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Cinco De Mayo

Enjoy Healthy Fare with a Mexican Flair ~ Cinco De Mayo or Anytime!


Drinks                                                                     


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Watermelon Agua Fresca

A fruit-infused water & ice drink popular in Mexico.
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Horchata 

Recipe 1  by David Lebovitz
Recipe 2  by A Sweet Pea Chef

Make it healthier by replacing the sugar in the recipes with honey.

Dips


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Black Bean Hummus
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Guacamole

Fully Loaded Guacamole

Super Simple Guacamole

Soups                                                                                                                                 

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Black Bean Soup

A spicy and hearty soup that tastes even better the next day.

photo & recipe from Mother Nature Network, mnn.com

 
 
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Tortilla Soup

An enzyme rich soup chock full of fresh veggies, black beans,  and crisp tortillas.

Lettuce Wraps                                                  Healthy Snack

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Vegetarian Mexican
Salad Boats


This stunning recipe is nutritious, tasy and satisfying. 

photo & recipe from Bevcooks.com




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Pepitos

Seasoned Pumpkin Seeds are a rich source of minerals, protein and monounsaturated fat, plus a great alternative to ordinary salted nuts.

photo & recipe from Mother Nature Network, mnn.com





Want More? 
Check out our Cinco De Mayo board on Pinterest with more than 80 healthy recipes utilizing Mexican flavors and tutorials on making your own fresh tortillas! 


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Miso sweet potato taco recipe and photo above from love and lemons.
 
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