Mexican

I could never get tired of Mexican food! From tacos, to nachos, to quesadillas – I’m trying to eat it 24/7! Check out my easy Mexican inspired recipes!

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    Chili Lime Pork and Rice Bowls

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    With chilly weather creeping in, it’s easy to go heavy on the creamy soups, pastas, and casseroles – no pun intended. Especially in the Midwest, where it gets very cold, very quickly and we’re all just wanting those comforting dishes. That’s why I wanted to fix up something fresh and vibrant, something that reminded me of summer! These Chili Lime Pork and Rice Bowls feature perfectly seasoned, juicy pork chops that have been thinly sliced and served over a bed of cilantro lime rice. Loaded with sautéed bell pepper, onion, blistered tomatoes, and a drizzle of homemade cilantro lime crema. It was such a beautiful, balanced dish. It reminded me that even though sweatpants season is here to stay, before I know it, I’ll be basking in the pool again!

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    Loaded Beef Burritos

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    I’m almost always craving a Mexican-style burrito from this little taco joint near my house. They are THE BEST. But every once in a while, those burritos with more of an American twist just hit different. Stuffed with seasoned taco meat, quick Mexican rice, refried beans, avocado, pico de gallo, shredded cheese, cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime – these Loaded Beef Burritos totally hit the spot. These are like a Mexican/American burrito mash up, packed with Tex-Mex inspired flavors, and serious summer vibes – which made me a little sad that winter is sneaking up so quickly! Even with all the layers of flavor, these burritos were easy to make and perfect for a busy weeknight. Cheaper than takeout and just as delicious!

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    Grilled Chicken Street Tacos with Chili Peaches

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    Summer makes me want to grill! I want all of the in-season fruits and vegetables, and I want to showcase them in all the creative ways I can! It’s the best. With peaches in season right now, I really wanted to come up with something sweet and savory using this juicy, delicious fruit. These Grilled Chicken Street Tacos with Chili Peaches hit every texture and flavor. You’ve got that grill and char on the chicken breast and peaches, you’ve got that fresh and vibrant cilantro lime crema, the fresh cilantro and onion, the lime juice. It was amazing. I felt like I was bopping around the farmer’s market, right in the comfort of my backyard! Total food truck vibes.

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    Beefy Taco Dip

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    This Beefy Taco Dip was loaded with flavorful ground beef, a creamy, cottage cheese ranch layer, and piled with fresh veggies! It was creamy, crunchy, hearty, and fresh. It felt super unique because you don’t really see taco dips with ground beef in them! There was a ton of protein in this recipe too, which really made this a feel-good snack!

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    15 Unique Jalapeño Recipes

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    Jalapeño peppers are loved by many! They’re extremely versatile! You can choose your spice level depending on whether you want to leave the seeds in or not and depending on how many you want to use! This roundup features 15 Unique Jalapeño Recipes that are sure to impress! These creative and totally outside the box recipes highlight just how many cool things you can do with these wonderful little peppers!

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    Street Corn Pasta Salad

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    One of my favorite things to snack on is a tasty, cold salad! This Street Corn Pasta Salad was like a chilled and deconstructed, spicy street corn cob! The jalapeño brought a nice heat, the flavors of the lime, the crunchy corn, the cheese, and the chili powder – it all came together so well! And this salad gets yummier as it sits in its own deliciousness! This pasta salad would be perfect for a potluck, party, or a sunny day on the patio!

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    Street Corn Steak Kabobs

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    I made these Street Corn Steak Kabobs on my grill pan, since it’s freezing by me right now! They totally gave that summery, grilled vibe that I was dreaming of – and I didn’t even have to get frostbite for it! That steak marinade added so much flavor to the sirloin, that juicy corn, the cotija crema – this meal was unbelievable! It almost brought me to a 75-degree day, bopping around the farmer’s market! What a dream.

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    Crispy Beef Smash Tacos

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    These Crispy Beef Smash Tacos totally came in clutch because not only were they BOMB, but I was able to cook the filling in my crockpot while I got some stuff done during the day! I finished them off on the stove with some oil, smashed them down, and oh – that crispy crust on there?! It was just unreal! These felt like something I would get from a taco truck as a late-night snack! They were packed with onion, cilantro, limey deliciousness, and my homemade hot sauce!