Cinco de Mayo is celebrated each May 5th, not only in Mexico but north-of-the-border as well. Join in this celebration of Mexican heritage and the amazing foods that are Mexico's gift to the world.
Be sure your tortilla chips are gluten-free or make your own with our recipe for homemade corn tortillas.
1. Gluten-Free Tacos with Avocado
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Not only does this gluten-free taco recipe sport colorful wedges of healthy avocado, shredded spinach and red onions add antioxidant power in this gluten-free kid friendly recipe.
2. Naturally Gluten-Free Pico de Gallo
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Pico de gallo is a fabulous naturally gluten-free dish. It's easy to prepare and so versatile. Serve it with gluten-free tortilla chips as an appetizer or as a condiment to grilled fish or chicken. Our version calls for yellow Bell pepper which adds bite and antioxidants to this healthy recipe.
3. Easy Homemade Guacamole
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Homemade guacamole is so easy to make, especially when you use a food processor to prepare this healthy recipe. Our recipe for gluten-free homemade guacamole is full of fresh, authentic flavor - a must for Cinco de Mayo celebrations!
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4. Gluten-Free Fish Tacos
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If you've never had a fish taco there's no better time than Cinco de Mayo to try one. Seasoned coleslaw with minced jalapenos and fusion mayo add flavor and crunch to this, my favorite taco recipe.
5. Gluten-Free Black Bean Salsa
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I could eat this salsa every day! You simply can't find the fresh flavors of tomatoes, peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro and lime juice in store-bought salsas.
6. Mango Salsa
Fresh mango salsa is a fruity, naturally sweetened alternative to tomato-pepper salsas. Delicious and definitely a good way to get your gluten-free kids to eat fresh produce!
7. How to Make Homemade Corn Tortillas
Watch this video to learn just how easy it is to make homemade corn tortilla chips. Be sure the store-bought corn tortillas and seasoning you use are gluten-free.
One of the great things about this recipe is that you can control the amount of salt and seasonings you use in the recipe. Try sprinkling the wedges with your own homemade gluten-free taco seasonings for real Mexican flavor.
8. Gluten-Free Vegetarian Nachos
2010 © Teri Lee Gruss
This gluten-free black bean and blue corn chip nacho recipe is loaded with color and antioxidant power. Serve this cheesy, flavor-packed dish as a hearty gluten-free appetizer, snack or even as an entree. Be sure to read labels carefully when buying corn chips. Some products, especially flavored types, contain gluten.
9. Easy Mexican Flan Recipe
Flan is made with simple ingredients - eggs, sugar, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk and vanilla. The rich, creamy flavor and texture is anything but simple, it's muy, muy bueno and one of my all-time favorite desserts. VIVA la Flan!
11. Arroz con Leche
2010 (c) Chelsie Kenyon, About.com Guide to Mexican Cooking
This easy recipe for Mexican Rice and Milk is spiced with cinnamon and vanilla, traditional Mexican dessert flavors. Kids love this simple dessert.
