Healthy Mexican-Inspired Recipes

Fancy a trip to Mexico that won’t add to your waistline? Mexican food can be very tasty, however, with a stack of carbs and cheese, sometimes it can be a little unhealthy.

With that in mind, we’ve curated a collection of Mexican-inspired meals that will give you your spice fix while also keeping you in tip-top health.

Chicken Burrito Bowls

Featuring chicken breast, paprika, sweet corn and brown rice, these delicious chicken bowls are perfect for a weeknight dinner and meal prep. They’re also chock-full of protein, meaning they’re great for your weight loss journey.

Low-Carb Mexican Lasagne

Exhibiting the best of both Italian and Mexican cuisine, this fusion dish uses the power of lean beef, beans, onion, mozzarella and avocado to create protein-rich wraps that will tickle the taste buds of everyone in your family. 

Mexican Fried Rice

An easy midweek meal that takes less than 30 minutes to make. It’s protein-rich and will leave plenty of leftovers, setting you up for lunch the following day. 

One Pot Turkey Chilli with Rice

It’s like chili con carne, but it uses healthier turkey mince rather than beef. If you love Mexican food, you’ll love this.

Loaded Potato Nachos

Do you consider yourself a nacho man? Then ditch the corn chips for spud lite potatoes in this delicious dish that’s perfect for a Friday night dinner.

Healthy Beef Nachos

Not keen on potatoes? These nachos use wholemeal mountain bread instead. Likewise, it takes just five minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook this meal. Quick and easy!

Fish Tacos

Using white fish fillets, red onion and chili, these tasty tacos contain protein, healthy fat and fresh vegetables, making them a superfood of sorts. If you don’t like fish, you could also use trim rump steak or lean chicken breast. 

Mexican Quesadilla

Using a wholemeal wrap, lean mince, and diced mozzarella, this will satisfy your need for cheese and carbs without the added strain to your belt buckle. 

Mexican Chicken Wrap

These light wraps will satisfy your Mexican cravings without making you chubby. Use chicken tenderloins.

Beef Fajitas

These homemade fajitas are super tasty and super high in protein. Remember to use lean beef, low-fat cheese and multigrain tortillas.

Soft Shell Beef Tacos

Your whole family will love healthy soft-shell beef tacos, which use a little bit of teriyaki marinade for a delicious and unique flavour.