10 Dishes You Can Bring To A Mexican-Inspired Potluck

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September is a great opportunity to explore and appreciate some of the flavors that make Mexican food so special. The best way to do this is to plan a Mexican-themed potluck with your close friends and family – before everyone settles back into their school and work routines. The best thing about a potluck is the variety of dishes and, as a result, the variety of flavors. These 10 Mexican dishes, ranging from salsas to salads, are perfect to bring to a potluck.

Fish Tacos

A plate of fish tacos topped with mango salsa and garnished with cilantro and lime wedges.
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You can never go wrong with tacos. And when the tacos have a filling made of fish fillet, the entire platter is finished in no time. The best thing about these fish tacos is the juicy and spicy mango salsa and the light, fresh texture. Full Recipe: Fish Tacos

Strawberry Salsa

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A berry delicious version of a traditional salsa is to make it with fresh, juicy strawberries. The combination of sweet, juicy strawberries with hot, spicy jalapenos is so good that all the other salsas fade in comparison. Don’t forget to bring a bag of tortilla chips as well to the potluck. Full Recipe: Strawberry Salsa

Chicken Fajita Quesadilla

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Nothing beats a quesadilla at a potluck. Easy to make, bursting with traditional Mexican flavors of fajita, and cheesy to the point of obsession, these quesadillas become an instant hit with kids and adults alike. Full Recipe: Chicken Fajita Quesadilla

Chicken Fajita Wraps

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Looking for more family-friendly options? Try these fajita wraps. They are easy to make and easier to carry. A few wraps and a tomato-based sauce are all you need to steal the show at the next Mexican-themed potluck.. Full Recipe: Chicken Fajita Wraps

Chicken Tacos With Cilantro Lime Slaw

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Simplicity is best, especially when it comes to quick potluck fixes. In this case, simplicity comes from chicken filling and a colorful topping – cilantro lime slaw. The vibrant purple cabbage takes an instant spotlight, while the tangy lime dressing brings instant freshness to the tacos. Full Recipe: Chicken Tacos With Cilantro Lime Slaw

Peach Mango Salsa

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With its rich sweetness from fruits combined with hot jalapenos and tangy lime juice, this salsa may not be able to survive even the first hour of the potluck. Just place some tortilla chips and tacos at its side, and watch it disappear within minutes. Full Recipe: Peach Mango Salsa

Creamy Taco Macaroni Salad

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A simple, Mexican twist to the classic macaroni salad is just what you need for your Mexican-themed potluck. Convert your simple macaroni salad to a full-blown Mexican taco salad by simply adding sour cream, taco veggies, and taco seasoning. Definitely the hit of the potluck. Full Recipe: Creamy Taco Macaroni Salad

Ground Beef Tacos, Al-Pastor Style

Overhead view of a ground beef taco, al pastor style with avocado and chopped red onion on the side
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Ground beef cooked in pineapple juice is what Al-Pastor means. My skepticism towards cooking with pineapple was thrown completely out of the building once I tried these tacos. Bring these tacos to the next potluck and convert your friends and family to Al-Pastor style cooking. Full Recipe: Ground Beef Tacos, Al-Pastor Style

Blackened Fish Tacos With Black Bean And Corn Salsa

A plate of blackened fish tacos with a bowl of corn and black bean salsa in the background.
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While blackened fish is classic Cajun cuisine, combining it with black bean and corn salsa and wrapping it in a tortilla taco has “Mexican” written all over it. This curious twist of slightly charred fish topped with a signature Mexican salsa is what makes these tacos so popular at a potluck. Full Recipe: Blackened Fish Tacos With Black Bean And Corn Salsa

Burrito Bowl

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A bowl filled with the favorite burrito toppings will definitely win the spotlight. Toss in some corn, bell peppers, cauliflower, and black beans in a tangy and herby cilantro lime dressing, and woo everyone at the potluck with this Mexican vegetarian bowl. Full Recipe: Burrito Bowl

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