Plant-Based Cinco De Mayo Recipes
Cinco de Mayo is a day on which Mexicans celebrate their strength, and together as neighbors of the north, we celebrate Mexico’s rich heritage and culture. The holiday celebrates Mexico's victory over France in the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. While the French reclaimed Puebla a year later, this victory meant a small Mexican army defeated a larger occupying force. By 1867, Mexican troops had driven France from the country.
While we can’t celebrate the holiday with friends at a local Mexican restaurant, we can create some of their spectacular dishes and enjoy them from our own home. From Albondigas to Chiles Rellenos, we’re sharing our favorite recipes for you to enjoy a fully plant-based Mexican feast this Cinco de Mayo!
The Best Plant-Based Mexican Food Recipes
Vegan Chiles Rellenos by Dora Cooks
Vegan Tamales by Masterclass
Learn how to turn this classic Mexican dish into a plant-based masterpiece from Masterclass.
Vegan Birria Tacos by Eat Figs Not Pigs
Ashley of Eat Figs Not Pigs is at it again with these rich and hearty Vegan Birria Tacos, made from oyster mushrooms, corn tortillas, and a ton of spices to create an easy traditional Mexican dish for Cinco De Mayo!
Vegan Elote by 86 Eats
Elote, or Mexican street corn, is a delicious grilled corn dish that’s smothered in a creamy sauce with parmesan cheese and spices. Kat of 86 Eats’ vegan version is sure to satisfy vegans and omnivores alike!
Vegan Nachos by Violife
Make these super cheesy nachos using Violife and add your own toppings like Jackfruit Carnitas, Carne Asada, or Sofritas. 🧀
Vegan Tacos Al Pastor by Chicano Eats
Esteban of Chicano Eats created a vegan version of his authentic al pastor tacos using TVP (textured vegetable protein) and plenty of spices - the perfect entree for your Cinco De Mayo celebration!
Chipotle Portobello Tacos by Feasting At Home
These smokey tacos get their flavor from Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce and their meaty texture from portobello mushrooms. Be sure to use her pickled onion recipe to pack a punch of flavor!
Vegan Ceviche by Carrots & Flowers
Made from hearts of palm, this Vegan Ceviche is bursting with flavor and super simple to make!
Spicy Pickled Carrots by Tasting Table
No Mexi an feast is complete without some freshly pickled spicy carrots!
Vegan Sopes by Fueled Naturally
Sopes are little cups of love filled with beans, potatoes, chorizo, and topped with cashew crema 🤤 Alexa of Fueled Naturally has the perfect recipe for this authentic Mexican dish.
Vegan Albóndigas by Eat Figs Not Pigs
Sopa de Albóndigas is a spiced up traditional meatball soup from Mexico that typically uses meat, but this vegan version utilizes Beyond Beef® and lots of spices for a cruelty-free, flavor-full Sopa de Albóndigas experience!
Vegan Churros by Chicano Eats
Esteban of Chicano Eats created a vegan version of this classic Mexican treat and paired the churros with a Vegan Salted Caramel dipping sauce 🤤
Vegan Flan by Ela Vegan
Flan is a delicate and delightful Mexican custard dessert typically made with egg, milk, and sugar, but this vegan version uses coconut milk, agar powder, and cornstarch to achieve it’s silky texture.
Vegan Conchas by Dora Cooks
Conchas are traditional Mexican sweet bread rolls topped with a crunchy seashell looking topping. The perfect way to satiate your sweet tooth this Cinco de Mayo!
Sangria by Ricardo
This Sangria is packed with fresh citrus, mineral water, and Mexican red wine - a simple and refreshing drink to enjoy with any of your plant-based Mexican feast 🍷
Hibiscus Margarita by Flora Farms
This margarita recipe comes from one of San Jose Del Cabo’s most acclaimed restaurants, Flora Farms, and uses a hibiscus flower simple syrup to give it it’s gorgeous color 🌺
Mexican Michelada
While traditional Michelada’s contain Clamato (clam juice) and Worcestershire (contains anchovies or fish sauce), this recipe uses vegan worcestershire sauce and hot sauce for the perfect, spicy cocktail to pair with your Cinco de Mayo plates!
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