Have a fiesta with these 25 fabulous Mexican appetizer recipes! From queso to taquitos to bean dip and salsas, there are plenty of snacks to keep your party guests happy.
Whether you’re looking to host a Cinco de Mayo celebration or entertain on game day, there’s a wide variety of Mexican snacks to choose from!
From savory dips to finger foods you cannot go wrong with these Mexican appetizer recipes. The possibilities are endless. Whether you’re looking for a cheesy delight or a light and refreshing salsa, they’re all here! I like to host a Mexican themed party each year for Cinco de Mayo where I serve a buffet of different Mexican style party snacks. It’s such a fun way to celebrate the holiday and really, who doesn’t love Mexican food? Sometimes I even do an assortment of Mexican appetizers and we call it dinner!
My kids call nights like this buffet nights since there is a little of everything. We try to do these weekly if possible. These recipes are all appetizers, however, I also make carne asada tacos, Mexican fruit salad, and even Mexican pizza. You’ll have to check those out and add them to your buffet night menu as well.
I have this fabulous list of Mexican appetizer recipes for you to enjoy. Make your grocery list, print the recipes you choose to make and head to the store. Mexican night sounds like a great choice for dinner tonight!
25 Fabulous Mexican Appetizer Recipes
7 Layer Dip
This Mexican 7 layer dip is a combination of beans, sour cream, guacamole, salsa and toppings, all layered together and served with tortilla chips. The ultimate make-ahead party snack!
This bean dip is a creamy blend of refried beans, seasonings, cream cheese and sour cream, all topped with cheese and baked to melted and gooey perfection. A super easy appetizer that's perfect for any gathering!
This black bean and corn salsa is a blend of fresh tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeno, corn kernels and beans, all mixed together to make a zesty and flavorful dip. Serve your salsa with a side of tortilla chips, or use it as a topping for meat or seafood.
These carne asada fries are topped with grilled marinated steak, pico de gallo, guacamole and plenty of cheese. The ultimate party snack or main course option that's perfect for feeding a crowd!
These chicken taquitos are stuffed with seasoned shredded chicken and cheese, then baked or fried to crispy perfection. Serve these taquitos with your favorite dipping sauces for a fun party snack or meal!
This Chipotle guacamole is a copycat recipe that contains just six ingredients and takes just minutes to make. A great way to get that restaurant flavor in the comfort of your own home!
This chipotle salsa is a blend of fire roasted tomatoes, onion, chipotle peppers, cilantro and lime juice, all mixed together to make a smoky and spicy salsa. A quick and easy appetizer option that takes just minutes to prepare and always gets rave reviews!
This corn salsa is fresh corn kernels combined with lime juice, cilantro, red onion and two types of peppers to make a light and refreshing dip. Serve your salsa with chips or use as a topping for grilled chicken or fish, then watch the rave reviews come in!
This recipe for Mexican shrimp bites is seared shrimp and guacamole layered onto individual potato chips. A super easy appetizer that’s perfect for entertaining!
This sweet and savory mango salsa is a blend of juicy mango, peppers, onions and cilantro, all tossed together and seasoned with lime juice. Mango salsa is perfect when served as a dip for chips, or a topping for tacos or grilled chicken.
This recipe for Mexican shrimp cocktail (coctel de camarones) is fresh shrimp tossed in a homemade sauce with red onion, avocado, cilantro and jalapeno. It’s a light and refreshing appetizer that’s perfect for any party!
This recipe for Mexican tortilla pinwheels is two types of cheese, black beans and colorful veggies all rolled up inside tortillas and cut into rounds. The perfect make-ahead snack or appetizer!
This sweet and savory pineapple salsa is a bright and fresh combination of ripe pineapple, peppers, onions and cilantro, all tossed together and seasoned with lime juice. Pineapple salsa is perfect served as a dip for chips, or a topping for tacos or grilled meats.
This Rotel dip is a blend of cheese, zesty tomatoes, chiles and ground beef, all melted to gooey perfection. This easy dip has just a handful of ingredients and can be made on the stove top or in the slow cooker.
This homemade salsa verde is a combination of roasted chilies, tomatillos, garlic, cilantro and lime juice, all blended together to make a light and refreshing dip. An easy appetizer option that tastes SO much better than the store bought version!
This shrimp ceviche recipe is fresh shrimp marinated with cucumber, red onions, cilantro, avocado and diced jalapenos. It takes just minutes to make and is full of bold and zesty flavors.
This salsa fresca is a blend of diced ripe tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, cilantro and lime juice, all mixed together to make a light and refreshing dip or condiment. A quick and easy recipe that tastes so much better than store bought salsa, and always gets rave reviews.
These southwestern egg rolls are loaded with a colorful variety of vegetables, chicken, beans and plenty of melty cheese, all wrapped up in a crispy roll. The ultimate party appetizer!
These grilled chicken fajitas on a stick are skewers of marinated chicken, peppers and onions, cooked to perfection and served with a creamy cilantro lime dipping sauce.
These wonton taco cups are the perfect appetizer or fun twist on taco night! Layers of seasoned beef and cheese are baked in layers of wontons in a cupcake pan, then finished off with your favorite taco toppings.
This taco dip is a creamy layer topped with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, olives, cheese and other taco toppings. A quick and easy appetizer recipe that can be on the table in just 10 minutes!
These taco pinwheels are made with chicken, taco seasoning, cream cheese and peppers, all rolled up inside tortillas. An easy make-ahead party appetizer!
These taco sliders are sandwiches stuffed with taco meat and cheese, then brushed with garlic butter and baked to perfection. Serve with salsa and guacamole for a party snack that will earn rave reviews.
This white queso dip is a creamy and zesty snack that contains just 3 ingredients and is ready in 5 minutes. The perfect addition to your Cinco de Mayo party menu!
Next time you are planning a party or thinking about dinner and you feel like some Mexican flavor, try these recipes. They are sure to give you a little fiesta fun!
Oh goodness! Those taco sliders are so mouthwatering! I will make those soon. My family will want to have a lot of them in their bellies! I would also love to try the nacho loaded potato skins! Saving and pinning all these delicious recipes!
These recipes look amazing! I would definitely love to try these recipes out sometime, especially with Cinco de Mayo around the corner.
Mexican Food is my absolute favorite. All of these dishes look absolutely delicious!
Oh goodness! Those taco sliders are so mouthwatering! I will make those soon. My family will want to have a lot of them in their bellies! I would also love to try the nacho loaded potato skins! Saving and pinning all these delicious recipes!
My favorite thing about Mexican food is all that cheese!! Definitely they do not skimp on the fromage!! 🙂 These are great appetizer suggestions.
These are totally amazing! I can’t wait to try these!!
Awesome compilation. I never grow tired of eating Mexican dishes, so these recipes are going to keep my tummy happy all month long. Nom!
Mexican foods and dips are the perfect crunchy and savory party food. Love your selection of recipes and can’t wait to make them.
Sign me up for the black bean quesadilla! I’m waiting for lunch right now and that one just made my stomach grumble.
I’m bookmarking this post so I can make ALL of these! We love Mexican food, and we take any opportunity to have appetizers. This is so perfect!
We are BIG Mexican food fans here. I am looking forward to making some of these.