11 must-try Cinco de Mayo recipes

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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a bang by trying out these 11 mouth-watering recipes that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

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Louisiana Hot Sauce. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Mango Salsa

A large ceramic bowl filled with mango salsa.
Mango Salsa. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

The mango salsa is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for any occasion, whether you’re having a casual meal or entertaining guests. With its juicy, ripe mangos, tangy lime, and subtle spiciness, this salsa pairs well with a variety of dishes.

Get the Recipe: Mango Salsa

Avocado Crema

A small ceramic bowl filled with a light green creamy sauce.
Avocado Crema. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This smooth and flavorful avocado crema recipe with lime is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, making it a delicious addition to any dish.

Get the Recipe: Avocado Crema

Louisiana Hot Sauce

Two glass hot sauce bottles filled with red hot sauce standing next to open flames.
Louisiana Hot Sauce. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This recipe for Louisiana-style hot pepper sauce is a quick and delicious way to add some spicy flavor to your favorite dishes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a versatile condiment that’s a staple in many Southern kitchens.

Get the Recipe: Louisiana Hot Sauce

Mexican-Spiced White Bean Soup

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Mexican-Spiced White Bean Soup. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum

This Mexican-inspired White Bean Soup is a healthy and delicious vegan recipe that can be made with soaked or unsoaked white beans. With both Instant Pot and stovetop instructions included, you can enjoy this spicy and smoky soup in no time.

Get the Recipe: White Bean Soup

Fresh Salsa Verde

A large glass jar filled with a green salsa.
Fresh Salsa Verde. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

No cilantro is to be found in this fresh, vibrant, and easy spin on salsa verde. This green tomatillo salsa is slightly tangy, slightly spicy, and vegan, and complements a variety of Mexican and non-Mexican dishes alike.

Get the recipe: Salsa Verde

Corn Fries

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Corn Fries. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Savory with a hint of spice, these Mexican street corn-style corn fries are a delicious treat.

Get the Recipe: Corn Fries

Fresh Salsa

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Fresh Salsa. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This fresh, easy, homemade salsa recipe is filled with simple & healthy ingredients and packed with flavor for the absolute best delicious garden salsa you could ever make!

Get the Recipe: Fresh Salsa

Pickled Onions

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Pickled onions. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Super easy and flavorful Spicy Pickled Onions make a great addition to your favorite dishes! 

Get the Recipe: Pickled Onions

Pickled Cabbage

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Pickled cabbage. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Learn how to make quick and easy pickled cabbage! Pickled cabbage can add a dash of crunch and tang to a variety of dishes, making it a wonderful condiment to have on hand in the refrigerator.

Get the Recipe: Pickled Cabbage

Avocado Hummus

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Avocado Cilantro Hummus. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

An ultra-creamy, healthy, and delicious Spicy Cilantro Avocado Hummus that is vegan, gluten-free, and super quick and easy to make!

Get the Recipe: Avocado Cilantro Hummus

Fermented Honey Jalapeno Hot Sauce

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Fermented Jalapeno Hot Sauce. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Southwestern-inspired, made with fresh jalapeños, sweet and subtly spicy, this fermented jalapeno hot sauce is one your whole family will love! 

Get the Recipe: Jalapeno Hot Sauce

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