Latin-inspired meals are a fan favorite, and what could be more fun than a fiesta complete with salsas, margaritas, and vegetarian dishes for dinner?
Here are a few of our favorite Mexican-inspired vegetarian recipes, plus some simple ideas for adding a little festive flair to your next at-home fiesta. Check them out for a taste of vegetarian Mexican food at home and get started on your acceptance speech for Hostess of the Year.
Vegetarian Sofritas Walking Tacos
It wouldn't be a proper vegetarian list if there weren't some mention of tofu. A nacho-style spin on vegetarian taco recipes combines the protein powerhouse with RO*TEL® Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, corn, onions, and a host of spices for a Southern-style, convenient, and vegan main course. Set up a walking taco station so the family can put their own spin on this vegetarian taco recipe—and come back for seconds.
Vegan Queso Dip
If there's no queso, is it even a fiesta? Finally, there's a queso everyone can enjoy—meat-eaters, vegetarians, and vegans alike. Have this dip ready to go with Frontera® Tortilla Chips for the family to enjoy while you're finishing up the main dishes, or serve it alongside the main course for additional flavor in your vegetarian taco recipes. No matter when you serve it, chips and queso give you the opportunity to pull out that special chip-and-dip serving set you’ve been saving. Whether it’s a brightly colored combination platter or a wooden chip bowl and pepper-shaped queso dish, this is your chance to show your personality and your queso chops at the same time.
Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers
Stuff bell peppers with rice, vegetables, and Hunt's® Tomato Sauce, then top them off with melted cheese for a vegetarian Mexican food that's festive in both taste and appearance. Arrange the peppers on a round platter in rows of circles according to color and your dish becomes a decoration on its own. Top each one with a brightly colored toothpick flag and your peppers will transform into a delicious, edible centerpiece. Bonus: They're easy to grab and already in individual portions!
Chipotle Pan Roasted Corn with Tomatoes
To satisfy your need for spice, try this vegan dish with corn, onion, and Hunt's Petite Diced Tomatoes. An avocado provides some healthy fats, while chipotle pepper gives it that south-of-the-border kick that your vegetarian Mexican food has been missing. Don't be surprised if it ends up in some tortilla shells as an entrée all on its own! This dish is so beautiful and brightly colored that understated presentation is key. Serve it in a clear glass or a plain white bowl and let the bright yellows, reds, and greens of the fresh corn, tomato, and avocado speak for themselves.
Southwest Quinoa Skillet
It may be one of the easiest vegetarian dishes for dinner that’s out there, and it's also gluten-free, and downright delicious. This skillet combines super grain quinoa with tomatoes, onion, corn, spices, and Rosarita® Premium Whole Black Beans. This dish is all about the sizzle, so be sure to use your cast iron skillet. When it’s all combined and ready to go, grab those potholders and bring it out sizzling to the table—just be sure to keep little hands off the skillet until it’s had time to cool.
Chili Chocolate Truffles
Your family will never see this dessert coming: Traditional chocolate truffles meet chipotle chili powder for a mind-blowing mix of spicy and sweet. Swiss Miss® Simply Cocoa Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa makes this an easy treat to prepare, and you could even substitute the dark chocolate variety for an extra intense flavor. Once your truffles are powdered and ready to go, pop each one into a brightly colored mini cupcake wrapper. The thin paper wrappers will make your chocolate dessert look much more festive and will help keep the truffles from sticking together if it’s a warm day. Reward yourself with these delicious truffles after enjoying one of your favorite vegetarian dishes for dinner.
