A collection of keto Mexican recipes for any keto Cinco De Mayo celebrations or simply when you want a low carb Mexican dish for dinner.
We've put together 40 keto Cinco De Mayo recipes from salsa, appetizers, sides, main dishes, desserts and a cheeky low carb cocktail or two! Plenty for you to celebrate the day with a low carb feast or just a regular Friday night in with delicious keto recipes!
What is Cinco De Mayo?
Celebrated on the 5th May, Cinco De Mayo celebrates the Mexican military victory over France at the Battle of Puebla which took place in 1862.
It is a day of celebration of Mexican culture and heritage but is celebrated more in the USA where it is a national holiday. The largest Cinco de Mayo celebration is in Los Angeles, with street parades and parties throughout. If anyone wants me next May, you know where I will travel!
Keto Mexican Food
Many Mexican dishes can be high in carbs due to the beans, corn tortillas and some high carbohydrate vegetables BUT it is a cuisine that can easily be adapted to a low carb diet.
Avocados. Any cuisine that has avocados as a major food source is a keto delight! Adapting Mexican food recipes to low carb is easy enough with the substitution of low carb tortillas and tacos. Throw in a few dips, low carb spicy chicken, beef, pork and seafood, you have yourself a keto feast!
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Dips & Salsa
Chipotle Tomato Salsa - Keto & Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
This lively-tasting keto friendly chipotle tomato salsa is made with ripe, juicy tomatoes and adobo chipotle chiles for a smoky spiced salsa.
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Cucumber Salsa - Keto & Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
This easy cucumber salsa recipe is bright, fresh and full of flavour. Serve as an appetizer or side dish with low carb tortillas.
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Salsa Verde - Keto & Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
Homemade keto salsa verde is an easy to make sauce recipe that is low carb, vegan and full of flavour. Serve with low carb tortilla chips or try some with your morning eggs.
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Chipotle Tomato Salsa - Keto & Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
This lively-tasting keto friendly chipotle tomato salsa is made with ripe, juicy tomatoes and adobo chipotle chiles for a smoky spiced salsa.
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7 Layer Keto Taco Dip - Keto & Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
This 7 layer keto taco dip uses a low carb refried beans recipe with lupini beans. A delicious and colourful appetizer for parties, gathering and game night.
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Keto Guacamole - Keto & Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
This easy keto guacamole is a perfect keto vegetarian appetizer or snack. Enjoy this low carb dip with low carb tortillas, crudites or keto flatbread.
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Spicy Watermelon and Jicama Salsa
This refreshing watermelon and jicama salsa has a spicy kick! A pretty low carb recipe with a combination of colors that match the Mexican flag!
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Appetizers & Snacks
Keto Vegetarian Empanadas - Keto & Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
These keto vegetarian empanadas are packed with flavor. Made with TVP(textured vegetable protein) you would never know they were vegetarian!
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Keto Tortilla Chips - Keto & Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
Quick, easy and crunchy keto tortilla chips are a great appetizer to serve with a dip. A spicy keto & gluten free snack ready in 15 minutes.
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The Best Low Carb Tortilla Chips - Keto & Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
Crunchy low carb tortilla chips made with lupin flour are a great low carb snack. 4g net carbs for the whole batch! Gluten free and vegan.
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Keto Zucchini Nachos
Easy low carb nachos made with zucchini and cheese are an easy appetiser or snack.
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Side Dishes
Keto Refried Beans - Keto & Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
This quick and easy keto refried beans recipe using lupini beans to make the classic Mexican side dish. Great for keto vegetarians and vegans.
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Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
An easy cauliflower rice recipe packed full of flavour
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Keto Chayote Gratin
A low carb cheesy gratin made with chayote is a great alternative to potatoes.
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Tortillas & Taco Shells
Low Carb Tortilla Wraps
Low Carb Tortilla Wraps are a simple and delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner idea.
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Coconut Flour & Psyllium Flatbread
A versatile flatbread that is dairy free as well as low carb, paleo & gluten free
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Almond Flour Tortillas
Easy, pliable almond flour tortillas are great for many recipes or to enjoy as a wrap.
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Mains
Keto Chicken Tacos with Avocado
Chicken tacos with avocado add a bright touch of green to this delicious dish. They are a perfect weeknight or lunchtime meal.
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Tequilia Lime Chilli Chicken
A simple and spicy chicken recipe with a tequila lime & chilli marinade.
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Vegetarian Mushroom Enchiladas - Keto & Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
These hearty mushroom walnut enchiladas are made with low carb tortillas and a flavorsome sauce for a hearty vegetarian dinner.
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Spicy Baked Stuffed Chayote - Keto & Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
This low carb spicy stuffed chayote is a delicious vegetarian dish that can be served as a light lunch or even a side dish.
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Mushroom Walnut Taco Meat - Keto & Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
This mushroom walnut taco meat is a healthy, vegan alternative to taco meat. It’s rich, hearty and incredibly flavorful.
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Salsa Verde Chicken Bake (Video)
This Low-Carb and Keto Salsa Verde Chicken Bake is amazingly easy and delicious for a dinner the whole family is going to love!
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The Best Easy Carne Asada Recipe + Marinade
Learn how to make carne asada at home! The BEST easy Mexican carne asada marinade recipe takes 5 min to prep and is perfect for tacos or over a salad.
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Low Carb Mexican Fish
This low carb Mexican fish recipe features roasted cod, salsa, cheese, avocado - and more! A fantastic keto-friendly blend of flavors, colors, and textures.
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Green Chile and Chicken Mock Enchilada Casserole (VIDEO)
This Green Chile and Chicken Mock Enchilada Casserole has all the flavors you love in green chile chicken enchiladas, minus quite a few of the carbs!
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Easy Tamale Pie Casserole Recipe - Gluten Free
The whole family will love this easy tamale pie casserole with homemade enchilada sauce. No one will know it’s gluten-free and takes 30 minutes!
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Desserts
Mexican Keto Flan
Flan is a classic Mexican dessert that involves caramelized sugar and heavy cream. Here’s a keto version of this custardy treat.
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Chili Chocolate Cupcakes with Lime Topping
Low carb chocolate cupcakes with a hint of spices are topped with a lime cream cheese frosting.
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Keto Coconut Flan - Quindim
Only 3 ingredients make this low carb version of a Brazilian dessert
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Margarita Ice Cream
An easy no churn ice cream with the flavours of a classic Mexican cocktail
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Drinks
Low Carb Cucumber Margarita
This cucumber margarita is a delicious and refreshing cocktail! Low carb, sugar free, and keto-friendly recipe!
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