Mexican Appetizers Recipes

Good not only for Cinco de Mayo celebrations, these easy Mexican appetizers are full of authentic south-of-the-border flavor. From guacamole to quesadillas to jalapeno poppers, guests will say "Ole!" to these easy Mexican appetizers.

 
 
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Chunky Guacamole

From Better Homes and Gardens

Great for parties and tailgating, this low-fat guacamole is easy to make. Tomatoes and onions add extra flavor.

Chunky Guacamole

Macho Nachos

From Better Homes and Gardens

Balance the hot bean-and-cheese-topped chips with cool salsa, guacamole, and sour cream for a party appetizer that is always in demand.

Macho Nachos

Mexican Seven-Layer Dip

From Better Homes and Gardens

This perennial party favorite recipe boasts luscious guacamole, a layer of hearty beans, and cheese.

Mexican Seven-Layer Dip

Grilled Taco Nachos

From Betty Crocker

From Betty's Soul Food Collection... What's a great party without nachos? Create a really great party with these really great nachos!

Grilled Taco Nachos

Mexican Four Cheese and Chicken Quesadilla

From Pace Salsa & Picante

Your favorite restaurant-style quesadillas can be easily made at home with this fabulous recipe featuring salsa con queso, chicken red pepper and guacamole that comes together in just 15 minutes.

Mexican Four Cheese and Chicken Quesadilla

Mini Tacos

From Pace Salsa & Picante

These little taco-flavored treats in wonton crusts make mouthwatering, family-favorite appetizers.

Mini Tacos

Ultimate Nachos

From Pace Salsa & Picante

If you have 25 minutes, and a craving for great nachos, this is the recipe for you. Give 'em a try...you'll see what we mean.

Ultimate Nachos

Empanaditas

From Better Homes and Gardens

These Mexican turnovers are beloved treats. Traditionally, they were made at Christmas and filled with dried fruits preserved from the fall harvest.

Empanaditas

Easy Guacamole

From Betty Crocker

You can make irresistible homemade guac in 10 minutes flat with just four ingredients!

Easy Guacamole

Guacamole

From Fine Cooking Magazine

Guacamole is best made as close to serving time as possible.

Guacamole

Nacho Cheese Bites

From Pace Salsa & Picante

Bite-size appetizers are always perfect for entertaining--these fit into both casual settings or more upscale cocktail parties. Serve with additional salsa for dipping.

Nacho Cheese Bites

Spicy Shrimp Nachos

From Better Homes and Gardens

Put a little spice in your game-day menu with nachos that feature jalapeno peppers and Jamaican jerk seasoning.

Spicy Shrimp Nachos

Mexican Pizza

From Food & Wine

Deconstructed nachos were the inspiration behind this fun pizza. Made with chili-spiced black-bean puree, tomatoes, olives, shredded lettuce, and low-fat Jack cheese on a whole-wheat crust, the pie also gets a little low-fat sour cream (that nacho staple) on top.

Mexican Pizza

Pernille Pederson
Guacamole-Cheese Crisps

From Betty Crocker

Melted cheese creates the round crisps for super easy little bites.

Guacamole-Cheese Crisps

Black Bean Nachos

From Better Homes and Gardens

For game time appetizers or snacking anytime, these nachos are a top choice.

Black Bean Nachos

Pico de Gallo

From Ladies' Home Journal

Serve this colorful, fresh tomato salsa on fajitas for dinner or with chips as an appetizer.

Pico de Gallo

Pace® Mucho Queso Pizza

From Pace Salsa & Picante

This scrumptious dish features a prepared pizza crust topped with Pace® Mexican Four Cheese Salsa con Queso, shredded chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese and basil, that is baked until the queso is hot and bubbly, and can be cut into pizza slices or smaller appetizer-size pieces.

Pace® Mucho Queso Pizza

Sauteed Zucchini for Quesadillas

From Ladies' Home Journal

This seasoned zucchini is meant as a filler for quesadillas but is also delicious on pasta or served as a side dish.

Sauteed Zucchini for Quesadillas

Chorizo and Cheese Quesadillas

From Better Homes and Gardens

These super fast quesadillas can be grilled and used as an appetizer or main dish.

Chorizo and Cheese Quesadillas

Pickled Red Onions for Quesadillas

From Ladies' Home Journal

Serve these sweet and tangy onions as a side dish to beef or pork. Or use them to top a sandwich or burger.

Pickled Red Onions for Quesadillas

Grilled Mediterranean Quesadillas

From Betty Crocker

Party time? Start with tasty apps from the grill. They're easy to prep and ready in minutes.

Grilled Mediterranean Quesadillas

Spicy Mustard Stir-Fry Bites

From Better Homes and Gardens

Make the filling for these mini chicken or beef fajita appetizers in the slow cooker, then assemble at party time.

Spicy Mustard Stir-Fry Bites

Chile Con Queso

From Ladies' Home Journal

Anaheim chiles pack just the right amount of heat in this cheesy dip. Serve with chips or spoon onto warm tortillas for an easy appetizer.

Chile Con Queso

Cheesy Picante Quesadillas

From Pace Salsa & Picante

All you need is 20 minutes and four ingredients to make these tasty quesadillas, oozing with melted cheese and flavored with picante sauce and green chiles.

Cheesy Picante Quesadillas

Salsa Bread

From Better Homes and Gardens

Bottled salsa in the dough makes this bread a fun appetizer or a good side for chili.

Salsa Bread

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