Cinco de Mayo Menu Ideas

Dinner Party Diaries – Volume 2 Issue 9 – Cinco de Mayo Menu Ideas

Are you celebrating Cinco de Mayo with some friends?  If so, do you need some menu ideas?  As usual, for my menus, I like to keep some of my favorites as well as exploring some special diet riffs on new recipes.  Check out my Cinco de Mayo Menu Ideas below!

Some Repeats

Okay, some of my standing favorites include: 

Appetizers

Start things off with some savory bites. Whether you’re going for a little spicy kick or just a nice blend of fajita flavors, we’ve got you covered.

Keto Queso and Jalapeno Puffs

Ground Turkey Fajita Cheater “Empanadas”

Let’s toss in some of these Savory Fajita Puffs too.

Savory Fajita Puffs

Make some Easy Keto Pita Chips to go with your salsa, queso, and / or guacamole.

Easy Keto Pita Chips

Mains

To be fair, you could mix and match a standard set of ingredients in a number of ways and come up with something tasty. However, you’re likely reading this so that you don’t have to do that. You probably know by now how much I love casseroles. They’re great for making in advance. You can have them for a party or weeknight dinner or weekly meal prep. Don’t be fooled by the name of the first one. Make it with chorizo as suggested, and I promise it’s the right fit for this occasion.

Broccoli Pumpkin Queso Casserole

Chicken and Cauliflower Rice Fajita Casserole

Sides

Poblano Keto Fiesta Patties (a personal favorite)

Easy Fajita Veggies

Easy “Mexican” Cauliflower Rice

Dessert

There’s no reason for the fun flavors to stop at dessert. Here are two fun mash-ups of traditional tastes with sweet indulgence.

Chipotle Keto Ice Cream

Margarita Mousse

Or . . . you can take the Chipotle Ice Cream a step further. Make a batch of my Keto Snickerdoodle Cookies and then turn them into Ice Cream Sandwiches.

Inspiration

I thought these recipes from around the internet were particularly good for inspiration: 

Queso Fundido from Isabel Eats

Sheet Pan Quesadilla from Plain Chicken

Chicken Tinga from Isabel Eats

Fresas con Crema from Isabel Eats

Frozen Strawberry Margarita Pie from Plain Chicken

Mexican Brownies from The Spruce Eats

Mexican Wedding Cookies from Isabel Eats

Coconut Lime Margaritas from Half Baked Harvest

Coming Soon

Here are some fun riff ideas that I’ll see about adding into the mix this year:

• Roasted Jalapeño and Queso Stuffed Mushrooms
• Keto Queso and Roasted Jalapeño Puffs (With Dairy Free Option)
• Keto Margarita Ice Cream
• Keto Margarita Icebox Cake

We’ll see which ones are winners.  

Recipes for a Cinco de Mayo Dinner Party

Keto Queso and Roasted Jalapeno Puffs

Perfect little appetizers, these Keto Queso and Roasted Jalapeno Puffs combine the smoky depth of roasted jalapenos with the savory creaminess of melted queso. I’ll warn you that they are addictive, so be sure to make plenty.

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Savory Fajita Puffs

Bringing a little bite of fajita flavor that’s perfect for an appetizer spread, these Savory Fajita Puffs pack a nice punch in a finger friendly format.

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Poblano Keto Fiesta Patties

Crispy on the outside with cheesy cauliflower rice on the inside and some flavor depth from roasted poblanos, these Poblano Keto Fiesta Patties make an excellent side for any dinner party (or just dinner). Not planning a dinner party at the moment, no problem, they could also just as easily be eaten for lunch, brunch, or as an afternoon snack.

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Ground Turkey Fajita Cheater “Empanadas”

A perfect little pocket of fajita flavored meat, cheese, and veggies, these Ground Turkey Fajita Cheater “Empanadas” make an awesome appetizer for a Mexican themed dinner party or a great meal prep option for the week.

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Easy Keto Pita Chips

A super quick low carb snack, these Easy Keto Pita Chips are the perfect solution for the quandary of what to serve as dippers while keeping things low carb! Give them a try.

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Broccoli Pumpkin Queso Casserole

This Broccoli Pumpkin Queso Casserole is packed with the perfect blend of broccoli, pumpkin, sausage, and cheese for a savory combination that will have you and your guests going back more. Great as a make-ahead dish for a dinner party or a weekly meal plan, you’ve got to add this ultimate comfort food into your rotation.

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Chicken and Cauliflower Rice Fajita Casserole

Full of flavor and slightly creamy this Chicken Fajita Casserole is sure to be a crowd pleaser. It also has the added benefit of keto friendly, gluten free, and safe for a number of other dietary restrictions. Try it for your next dinner party or weekly meal prep and you’ll be adding it to your regular rotation!

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Easy “Mexican” Cauliflower Rice

When you need an easy side dish with minimal ingredients, effort, and clean-up, this Easy “Mexican” Cauliflower Rice is an excellent choice! Try it for your next weeknight meal or dinner party.

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Easy Fajita Veggies

If you need an easy side or topping for your next taco or fajita bar, try these tasty Easy Fajita Veggies. Easy to prep in advance, you’ll be able to quickly check these off of the to-do list and move on.

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Chipotle Keto Ice Cream

If you’re ready to add a little spice to your dessert and happen to like the bold flavors of chipotle, you’ve got to try this Chipotle Keto Ice Cream! Made with smoky chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, this is a sweet treat with a nice little kick of spicy heat.

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Margarita Mousse

Decadent and fun, this Margarita Mousse is a creamy confection with a tropical kick from the lime, orange, and (of course) tequila. Despite its extravagance, it comes together quickly and then can hang out in the fridge until it takes center stage as the perfect end to your dinner or dinner party.

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Easy Sugar Free Margaritas

Fast and refreshing, these Easy Sugar Free Margaritas are great for your next party or really any time. They are every bit as tasty as your regular margaritas but minus the sugar.

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Grocery List for a Cinco de Mayo Dinner Party