21 Delicious Mexican Recipes That Are Actually Healthy — Yes, HEALTHY!

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Mexican food, while unbelievably delicious, often gets a bad rep for being greasy and high-calorie. But truth be told, it's really not all that hard to lighten up some of your favorite dishes with a few simple tricks. Skip anything fried, replace meat with veggies, and, though we know it's hard, use only a sprinkle of cheese! Or simply turn to the healthy recipe options ahead. They are sure to ease your cravings!

01

Mexican Brown Rice

Get the recipe: Mexican brown rice

02

Mexican Falafel Bites

Get the recipe: Mexican falafel bites

03

Chicken Burrito Bowl

Get the recipe: chicken burrito bowl

04

Slow-Cooker Mexican Chili Lime Chicken

05

Healthy Mexican Casserole

06

Vegetable Fajitas

Get the recipe: vegetable fajitas

07

Healthy Mexican Casserole With Roasted Corn and Peppers

08

Mexican Stuffed Zucchini With Avocado Salsa

09

Mexican Roasted Corn and Quinoa Stuffed Squash

10

Healthy Taco Salad

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11

Mason Jar Taco Salad

Get the recipe: mason jar taco salad

12

Loaded Chicken Enchilada Zucchini Boats

13

Quinoa Enchilada Casserole

14

Butternut Squash Kale Tacos

15

Slow-Cooker Turkey Burritos

16

Roasted Veggie and Black Bean Tacos

17

Skinny Taco Boats

Get the recipe:: skinny taco boats

18

Healthy Taco Dip

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19

Light Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas

20

Burrito Stuffed Peppers

Get the recipe: burrito stuffed peppers

21

Healthy Black Bean Burritos

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