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Dive into Colourful Mexican Lunch Recipes

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If you're looking for a classic Mexican lunch recipe, we've got a great selection of lunchtime dishes from Mexico to kick-off your midday meal in style.

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Mouthwatering Mexican Lunch Recipes

Marvel in midday meals from Mexico with this amazing collection of Mexican lunch recipes.

Bursting with passion and punchy flavours, our Mexican lunch dishes include sensational Santa Fe enchiladas, traditional scrambled eggs chiliquiles with roasted tomatillo sauce, and fabulously fiery red chilli brisket tamales with coriander sour cream sauce. In the mood for light and lively? A vibrant pinto bean salsa salad or a plate of chicken tostadas are quick ‘n’ easy Mexican lunch ideas. If you really want to push the boat out, a whole griddled achiote striped bass with spicy pickled red onions is sure to impress!

As authentic as they are delicious, these Mexican lunch recipes are the toast-ada of the town!

Featured Mexican Lunch Recipes

There are so many great Mexican lunch recipes out there. But which ones are the best? Here's a selection of our favourites:

Black Bean Soup

Adobo Quesadilla Burger with Grilled Corn Salsa

Cerveza-Battered Fish Tacos with Quick-Pickled Onion

Mexican fondue

Chicken, chilli and cheese quesadillas

Chicken Tostadas

Ham, Apple and Cheese Quesadilla

Mexican Brown Rice Salad

The Mexican Heritage Of The Californian Burrito & Tacos | Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations

Ever wondered what made the California burrito and fish tacos unique? Learn more about the rich history of iconic Southern California foods with Chef Andrew Zimmern!

Grilled Chipotle Pork Tacos with Red Coleslaw and Brown Sugar Pineapple

This mouth-watering recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and the ingredients detailed can serve up to 4 people.

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Delicious Mexican Lunch Dishes

Whether you're looking for simple Mexican lunch recipes or something more elaborate, we've got you covered.

A mouthwatering mix of timeless tradition and taste, our Mexican lunch dishes are a full-on fiesta of flavour! Take a gastronomic tour down Mexico way with inspirational Mexican lunch ideas such as authentic chicken quesadillas and succulent steak and egg burritos, and for carnival time, a big plateful of BBQ roast beef nachos is party-perfect! Catch of the day includes Baja-style fish tacos, a light and breezy caramelised scallop, avocado and orange salad with spices, and perfectly pan-fried cod with pea guacamole. And don’t forget an adults-only tequila lime chicken for a sultry taste of night time Mexico City! Turn lunchtime into a kaleidoscope of carnival flair with these mesmerising Mexican lunch recipes.