Mexican food and recipes are naturally brilliant for vegetarian cooking. Utilising an array of herbs, seasonings, fresh veggies and hearty legumes and lentils - they are filled with colour and flavour. Looking for some quick, comforting, and flavour-packed veggie dishes that the whole family will love? These plant-based recipes are sure to help!
October 30, 2023
Hey there! Are you looking for delicious vegetarian Mexican-style recipes without the fuss? Well, you’re in the right place. Mexico is full of vibrant colours and enticing food! Discover our selection of meatless Mexican-inspired meals and cook up a meat-free feast that the whole family will enjoy. From meatless lunches to tasty wraps, there’s plenty to choose from.
This Roasted Vegetable Enchiladas recipe is a true feast and the ultimate comfort food! Featuring smoky roast sweet potatoes, peppers, and red onions mixed with hearty kidney beans, these cheesy baked wraps are smothered in rich enchilada sauce and plenty of melted cheese. Sure to hit the spot, this veggie-filled dinner is ready in just 45 minutes using our Old El Paso™ Enchilada Kit.
Give taco night a twist with a rich, smoky blend of lentils and pinto beans. Seasoned to perfection with our Old El Paso™ Taco Seasoning Mix and loaded into crunchy taco shells, these taste-packed tacos are topped with fresh salad and cool sour cream for a meal that’s ready to go in just 30 minutes.
These colourful rice bowls are sure to brighten up your weekly dinners. Packed with fluffy, seasoned rice, black beans, sweetcorn, and juicy cherry tomatoes, they can be topped off with a squeeze of zesty lime and a dollop of chunky guacamole. Quick, delicious, and ready to enjoy in 25 minutes.
This comforting and effortlessly simple dish is easy to make without the meat. Simply swap the mince for a meat-free alternative and you’re good to go, providing a delicious lunchtime meal or starter before dinner, ready in just 15 minutes!
There are countless ways to substitute meat and keep your meals rich in taste. Some of the best meat substitutes for Mexican food include tofu, chickpeas, lentils, halloumi or veggies like aubergine, courgette and mushrooms – the options are endless! Mexican beans are one of our favourites, loaded with fibre and protein, they make excellent meat substitutes for your Mexican dishes.
Try a meat substitute in our Huevos Rancheros Tacos recipe or simply leave out the chorizo for a delicious, meatless Mexican style breakfast.
Alongside beans, avocados are a vegetarian Mexican staple. Mash them up for guacamole, or slice them for your tacos. Tomatoes are also essential, whether they're in salsa, a salad, or diced on top of nachos. Charred corn is another popular Mexican ingredient, popping up everywhere in tortillas and tacos. Finally, adding cheese to your dishes will always be a crowd-pleaser. Get your hands on some Monterey Jack, cheddar, or queso fresco to sprinkle over your dishes!
Our Traditional Guacamole recipe is a great meatless vegetarian recipe for when you have some spare avocados!
Roll up your sleeves and get ready to dive into our meatless vegetarian recipes and dishes. From meat-free fajitas with a squeeze of lime to hearty burritos and cheesy quesadillas, bring a fiesta feastful of flavour to your family meals with Old El Paso!
Our Mexican Vegetable Roll Ups recipe is great for serving crowds and quick and easy to make.
The versatility of Mexican food means you can tailor each dish to your dietary requirements. Whether it’s vegetarian fajitas, dips, burritos or tacos, simply omit the meat entirely or swap for a meat substitute for a delicious vegetarian meal.
Our Five Layer Mexican Dip is easy to make at home and pairs perfectly with nachos for the perfect vegetarian snack.
From meatless wraps to quesadillas, these meat-free recipe options make the perfect veggie treat, lunch or dinner. Plus, they’re quick and easy to make too!
