Mexican food [1], 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 [2]. 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!
Mexican Brown Rice
Get the recipe: Mexican brown rice [5]
Mexican Falafel Bites
Get the recipe: Mexican falafel bites [6]
Chicken Burrito Bowl
Get the recipe: chicken burrito bowl [7]
Slow-Cooker Mexican Chili Lime Chicken
Get the recipe: slow-cooker Mexican chili lime chicken [8]
Healthy Mexican Casserole
Get the recipe: healthy Mexican casserole [9]
Vegetable Fajitas
Get the recipe: vegetable fajitas [10]
Healthy Mexican Casserole With Roasted Corn and Peppers
Get the recipe: healthy Mexican casserole with roasted corn and peppers [11]
Mexican Stuffed Zucchini With Avocado Salsa
Get the recipe: Mexican stuffed zucchini with avocado salsa [12]
Mexican Roasted Corn and Quinoa Stuffed Squash
Get the recipe: Mexican roasted corn and quinoa stuffed squash [13]
Healthy Taco Salad
Get the recipe: healthy taco salad [14]
Mason Jar Taco Salad
Get the recipe: mason jar taco salad [15]
Loaded Chicken Enchilada Zucchini Boats
Get the recipe: loaded chicken enchilada zucchini boats [16]
Quinoa Enchilada Casserole
Get the recipe: quinoa enchilada casserole [17]
Butternut Squash Kale Tacos
Get the recipe: butternut squash kale tacos [18]
Slow-Cooker Turkey Burritos
Get the recipe: slow-cooker turkey burritos [19]
Roasted Veggie and Black Bean Tacos
Get the recipe: roasted veggie and black bean tacos [20]
Skinny Taco Boats
Get the recipe:: skinny taco boats [21]
Healthy Taco Dip
Get the recipe: healthy taco dip [22]
Light Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas
Get the recipe: light buffalo chicken quesadillas [23]
Burrito Stuffed Peppers
Get the recipe: burrito stuffed peppers [24]
Healthy Black Bean Burritos
Get the recipe: healthy black bean burritos [25]