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32 Best Mexican Appetizers

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By: Britni Vigil
5/03/2022Updated: 11/16/2022
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Tons of delicious Mexican appetizers all in one place ready for you to add to your next Mexican fiesta, Cinco de Mayo party, or family Taco Tuesday celebration! Easy appetizers that will keep all taste buds happy!

collage of images of Mexican appetizers

With Cinco de Mayo right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to put together some of the best Mexican appetizers out there so anyone who is planning a party can find everything they need in one place!

I searched everywhere to find the best Mexican recipes I could find and let me tell you – there are a lot! So forget the main course and just serve up your favorite Mexican appetizer recipes and your favorite Mexican dessert recipes – perfect for celebrating all night long!

You could serve any of these as stand alone recipes or even put the alongside a nacho bar – your choice, they’ll all be delicious no matter what you choose!

Delicious Dips

Dips are one of my personal favorites because they make for super easy Mexican appetizers. Serve them up with chips (preferably homemade tortilla chips) and dippers for a great choice every time.

garnished queso fundido
Queso Fundido
This queso fundido recipe combines homemade pork chorizo with delicious spices and ooey gooey cheese for one amazing dip! Perfect for parties and Mexican night!
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A blue bowl with guacamole in it
Homemade Guacamole
Can you even call it a fiesta without chips and guacamole? And this homemade version is easy and delicious!
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Taco Dip with Meat
Unlike a traditional seven-layer taco dip or regular taco dip, this one actually tastes just like a taco because it uses ground beef taco meat and caramelized corn as its base. It's absolutely delicious and a must-have for any Cinco de Mayo party!
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Chips in a bowl of elote dip
Mexican Street Corn Dip
Everything you love about street corn in a super easy dip that takes less than 15 minutes to make!
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chip in some enchilada dip
Chicken Enchilada Dip
This enchilada dip is creamy, savory, and absolutely delicious! It's like having these white chicken enchiladas but in a dip form that's perfect for serving at parties!
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chip dipping into refried bean dip
Refried Bean Dip
This simple dip starts with canned pinto beans that gets turned into a quick and easy refried bean dip that makes a great addition to any tacos, quesadillas, or other Mexican favorites! Or use it as refried beans that people can put on their other appetizers!
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chip dipped in queso fresco dip
Queso Fresco Dip
This queso dip takes just a few ingredients and a few minutes to make! Sour cream, a little bit of fresh cilantro, queso fresco, and Mexican spices are all you need to make this yummy dip!
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chip dipped in jalapeno popper dip
Jalapeno Popper Dip
If you like jalapeno poppers, you'll love this dip! Fresh jalapenos, cream cheese, crispy bacon, and cheddar cheese make this a must-try Mexican dip!
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Jalapeno popper cheese ball with crackers
Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball
Don't have time to bake a dip? Try this simple cheese ball recipe instead that combines all of the flavors of your favorite jalapeno poppers into one creamy cheesy appetizer.
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Mexican Finger Foods

Next up are the Mexican food options that are grab and go! No silverware required – just fingers! These are the best thing to serve if people are going to be up and walking around a lot.

Mexican Charcuterie Board
This isn't technically an appetizer recipe but instead a way to serve up your favorite Mexican recipe! It's perfect for any Cinco de Mayo celebration!
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These taco salad bites look amazing, perfect for parties, bridal showers, or even baby showers! Make little crispy "taco" shells in a muffin tin and fill with taco salad toppings!
Taco Salad Cups
Crispy little chip bowls are filled with little mini taco salads full of fresh ingredients – the most fun way to serve taco salad! Make your own homemade taco meat with this taco seasoning to make them even more delicious! You can get the full recipe at the bottom of this post.
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white bowl with Mexican street corn pasta salad
Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
While you technically want to serve this with a fork, it's still kind of a finger food and a great Mexican appetizer if you serve it in individual cups!
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plate of chicken taquitos with guac and salsa
Crispy Chicken Taquitos
These shredded chicken taquitos are filled with a seasoned chicken, rolled, then baked until crispy. Put them next to the guacamole (and some sour cream) so people can enjoy them together!
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cutting board with Mexican pigs in a blanket
Mexican Pigs in a Blanket
So I'll be the first to note that this is definitely not an authentic Mexican restaurant, but I love the Mexican spin on the classic cheddar pigs in a blanket, so I'll allow it! Serve them up with some fresh salsa and guac for dipping!
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Mexican pizza on a white plate
Mexican Pizza
This Taco Bell inspired Mexican pizza recipe makes one of the best Mexican appetizers because it's crispy, creamy, and full of Mexican flavors!
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bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers with a cream dip
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
These aren't the traditional jalapeno poppers that you sometimes deep fry, these are bacon wrapped jalapeno peppers loaded with delicious cheddar cheese and flavor!
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chicken quesadillas with some lime wedges
Chicken Quesadillas
Quesadillas are a fantastic recipe for parties because they cut up into perfect grab and go options! Plus, they're good warm and at room temperature. Serve them with a little pico de gallo, red salsa, and hot sauce to let people amp up their own flavors!
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blue bowl full of jicama fries
Jicama Fries
Looking for something completely different – maybe something more on the healthy appetizers side? Serve up these crispy jicama fries with fresh salsa for dipping to give the crunch without all the calories!
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bowl with Mexican shrimp cocktail
Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
Unlike regular shrimp cocktail that's served pretty much plain (with cocktail sauce to dip), this Mexican shrimp cocktail is served with jalapenos, tomatoes, avocados, and a little lime juice. It's anything but plain!
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Loaded Nachos
Tortilla chips get loaded with refried beans, black beans, and other toppings in these delicious sheet pan nachos! Serve them straight from the sheet pan for one delicious appetizer!
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taco pinwheels stacked on top of each other
Taco Pinwheels
All the flavors of your favorite tacos wrapped up tight in one bite-sized snack!
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Chips with jalapeno popper filling
Jalapeno Popper Bites
Take all of the flavors of a jalapeno popper and put it into one little bite of flavor! These are simple to make and delicious.
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pieces of flatbread with street corn
Mexican Street Corn Flatbread
All the flavors of your favorite street corn baked onto a crispy flatbread! It's creamy, tangy, and a little salty (thanks to the cotija cheese sprinkled on top). Cut it into slices for the perfect grab and go appetizer!
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white plate with chorizo deviled eggs
Mexican Deviled Eggs
Change up the traditional deviled eggs and replace them with these chorizo topped eggs that have flavors reminding me of tapas!
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stack of beef tacos
Mini Beef Tacos
These miniature tacos make the perfect appetizer! Fill them with your favorite meat and taco toppings then serve them up on a plate or platter!
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Delicious Salsas

Last but not least, salsa makes a delicious appetizer, and there are tons of varieties out there you could include! You could even do a whole salsa bar complete with crunchy chips, veggies, and other things to dip into salsa.

Tomato Salsa
This traditional salsa uses garden variety tomatoes and peppers to create a homemade salsa that is way better than store-bought.
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A small glass cup of fruit salsa with a cinnamon chip stuck in it
Fruit Salsa and Homemade Cinnamon Chips
While not technically Mexican, this is a fun play on one of the most popular Mexican appetizers – chips and salsa! Fresh fruit gets cut up into small pieces then serve as a salsa with homemade cinnamon crisps!
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black bean and corn salsa in a glass bowl
Black Bean Corn Salsa
This recipe comes together fast with just the combination of black beans, corn, red onion, and Mexican flavors. It's a great side dish or appetizer for any party!
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salsa verde in a bowl
Salsa Verde
A green salsa made out of tomatillos, jalapeños, onions, cilantro, garlic, and lime juice – mixed all together to form a fresh salsa bursting with flavor.
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pineapple salsa in a glass bowl
Pineapple Mango Salsa
This salsa combines tropical flavors with the heat of jalapeno for a delicious salsa you'll keep coming back to!
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cucumber salsa on a chip
Cucumber Salsa
While this may not be super Mexican, it sounded unique and intriguing enough that I had to include it in my list of salsas! It starts with fresh cucumber that's combined with tomatoes, cilantro, red onion, and a light and creamy dressing.
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More Delicious Appetizers

If you want something that’s not so Mexican to round out your fiesta feast, these are some of the most popular appetizers for any party!

  • Spinach artichoke cups – the best spinach artichoke dip gets loaded into wonton then crisped up in the oven!
  • Pepperoni pizza roll ups – quick and easy homemade pizza rolls made with crescent rolls – these are always a crowd pleaser! Or you could try these homemade pepperoni rolls instead.
  • Buffalo chicken dip recipe oven – the best layered buffalo chicken dip and bonus, it’s super easy too!
  • Cheese stuffed meatballs – moist meatballs jam packed full of mozzarella cheese!
  • Bacon wrapped smokies – super simple appetizer that combines bacon, little smokies, and some hot honey!
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Easy Taco Salad Bites

Simple taco salad cups made with baked wontons and your favorite taco toppings! One of the best Mexican appetizers out there!
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Prep: 30 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 45 minutes
Serves24

Ingredients

  • 48 wonton wrappers
  • 1 lb Taco meat cooked
  • 8 oz Shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 48 Black olives
  • Other taco toppings as desired

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Spray two mini muffin tins with non-stick baking spray. Gently place one wonton wrapper inside each of the muffin tins.
    48 wonton wrappers
  • Bake for 7-8 minutes or until crispy.
  • Fill with taco meat.
    1 lb Taco meat
  • Top with additional desired taco toppings like cheese, olives, and tomatoes.
    48 Black olives, Other taco toppings, 8 oz Shredded Mexican blend cheese

Tips & Notes:

Store any empty leftover wonton cups in an airtight container for up to five days. 

Nutrition Info

Serving: 4g, Calories: 137kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 24mg, Sodium: 281mg, Potassium: 75mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 96IU, Calcium: 77mg, Iron: 1mg

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Author: Britni Vigil
Course:Appetizer
Cuisine:Mexican
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  1. Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says

    Posted on 9/28 at 10:01 am

    These are perfect party bites! Would love it if you shared on the Taco Tuesday link up!
    http://www.lazygastronome.com/taco-tuesday-no-2/

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