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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    19 Taco Recipes That Will Make You the Star of Cinco de Mayo

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on April 30, 2025, updated April 23, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Cinco de Mayo is the perfect occasion to celebrate with delicious tacos that everyone will love. From classic recipes to creative twists, these 19 taco ideas will help you impress your friends and family. Whether you prefer beef, chicken, or vegetarian options, there's something here for every taco lover.

    Crunchy Ground Beef Tacos

    Ground beef tacos.
    Photo credit: Confetti & Bliss.

    When you're feeling hungry, there's no need to go out. This simple recipe can be put together in just 20 minutes and tastes just as great as what you'd get from a restaurant!

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    The Best Chicken Street Tacos

    The Best Chicken Street Tacos Recipe
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie Blog.

    Chicken street tacos are easy to whip up with just a few basic ingredients. Marinate the chicken in a tasty homemade seasoning, grill it, and you have a delicious dinner ready to go!

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    3 Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

    3 Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie Blog.

    Slow cooker shredded chicken tacos are super easy to prepare with just three ingredients and a few minutes of prep. Just toss everything in the crock pot, let it cook for a while, shred the chicken, and dinner is ready!

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    Vegan Gochujang Cauliflower Tacos

    Vegan Gochujang Cauliflower Tacos
    Photo credit: Urban FARMIE.

    Cauliflower tacos with gochujang, avocado, corn, red onions, and cilantro are perfect for a fun dinner with friends or a relaxed weeknight meal. They’re packed with flavor and sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos

    Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos bring together the bold taste of buffalo sauce in a delicious taco. Loaded with buffalo cauliflower, creamy avocado, blue cheese sauce, and fresh cilantro, this dish is sure to be a hit.

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    Vegan Quinoa Walnut Tacos

    Vegan Quinoa Walnut Tacos
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie Blog.

    Vegan Quinoa Walnut Tacos are filled with nutritious quinoa and crunchy walnuts, making a tasty plant-based meal that everyone will love. You can whip these up in just 30 minutes for a quick and satisfying dinner.

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    Crispy Potato Tacos

    Crispy Potato Tacos.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Vegan Crispy Potato Tacos are an easy and tasty dinner that the whole family will love. Seasoned diced potatoes are baked until crispy and then wrapped in a soft tortilla with your favorite toppings.

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    Baked Black Bean Tacos

    Black bean tacos.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This dish combines black beans and quinoa with a tasty taco seasoning for a hearty filling. Topped with cheddar cheese and baked until crispy, it's a satisfying meal.

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    Chickpea Tacos

    Easy Chickpea Tacos Recipe
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie Blog.

    Vegan Chickpea Tacos are an easy and delicious dinner choice for any night. With classic taco spices and a refreshing Cilantro Lime Slaw, they offer a bright and flavorful meal that everyone will love.

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    Sheet Pan Halloumi Tacos

    Halloumi tacos.
    Image credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    These halloumi tacos are a quick and delicious way to enjoy your taco fix. Perfect for busy nights, they come together easily and are sure to please.

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    Salmon Tacos with Ginger Avocado Salsa

    A salmon taco.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Salmon tacos topped with a fresh ginger avocado salsa are a quick and delicious meal. They come together in just a few minutes, offering a healthy and flavorful option.

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    Raw Walnut Tacos

    Raw tacos with walnut filling.
    Photo credit: Cadry's Kitchen.

    These colorful raw tacos are made with walnuts instead of meat. They’re served on romaine lettuce and can be put together in under 15 minutes.

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    20 Minute Mini Baked Chicken Tacos

    20 Minute Mini Baked Chicken Tacos
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie Blog.

    Baked chicken tacos come together in just 20 minutes with simple ingredients. These tasty street taco-style bites are filled with seasoned chicken and cheese, baked until crispy, making them a hit for family dinners or gatherings.

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    Grilled Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa

    Fish tacos.
    Photo credit: Sweet Tea and Thyme.

    This grilled fish taco recipe with homemade mango salsa is a great way to enjoy tacos in a new way. The fresh fish paired with the sweet and tangy salsa creates a tasty meal that's quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy days.

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    Shrimp Tacos

    Shrimp tacos.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Air fryer shrimp tacos are a delicious and easy meal to prepare. The fresh lime coleslaw adds a nice kick that pairs perfectly with the flavorful shrimp.

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    Cheesy Gordita Crunch

    Crunchy tacos.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This cheesy gordita crunch is a tasty way to enjoy tacos at home, using fresh and simple ingredients that beat the fast food version. It's a quick and easy twist on taco night, blending the flavors of quesadillas and crispy tacos into one satisfying dish.

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    Black Bean Tacos with Feta Cheese & Pico de Gallo

    Vegetarian Tacos with Black Beans, Feta Cheese & Pico de Gallo
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Vegetarian Tacos are filled with refried black beans and crumbled feta cheese, topped with fresh pico de gallo. This is a tasty option that you'll want to enjoy again and again!

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    Lobster Tacos

    Lobster tacos.
    Photo Credit: Blinky's Culinary Carnival.

    These buttery lobster tacos are a quick and fancy dinner option. Ready in under 20 minutes, they bring a touch of gourmet flair to your meal.

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    Irish Corned Beef Tacos

    Irish inspired tacos on a platter.
    Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    Craving something new and delicious? Try these mouth-watering Irish corned beef tacos! With a perfect blend of tender corned beef and fresh toppings, these tacos will take your night night to the next level.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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