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    20 Healthy Sides For Tacos: Fruit, Veggies, & More!

    Published: Aug 10, 2023 by Megan

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    Are you looking for a healthy side that goes with tacos? I have 20 easy, simple, and healthy side dishes that you can serve with your tacos!

    chicken tacos with toppings on a platter with pico de gallo. Slow cooker in the back ground

    Healthy Sides for Tacos

    Fruit

    • Citrusy Fruit Salad - A Mix of Mango, Pineapples, & Strawberries
    • Tangy Fruit Salad- A Mix of Green Apples, Red Apples, Green Grapes
    • Pineapple Chunks
    • Watermelon with Tajin

    Vegetables

    • Guacamole with Fresh Vegetables
    • Pico de Gallo
    • Elote
    • Jimaca Salad
    • Mexican Cucumber Tomato Salad
    • Mexican Bean Salad
    • Orange & Avocado Salad
    • Salad Mix from the Grocery Store

    Soup

    • Mexican Lentil Soup
    • Black Bean Stew
    • Elotes Corn Chowder
    • Tortilla Soup

    Grains & Potatoes

    • Mexican Brown Rice
    • Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Brown Rice
    • Mexican Sweet Potatoes
    • Mexican Potatoes

    Guacamole

    Guacamole
    Get your taste buds ready for this homemade guacamole! Makeit for tacos, nachos, or toast. This guacamole is good on everything.
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    Homemade Pico de Gallo

    Pico de Gallo in a bowl with a chip
    Easy Pico De Gallo with fresh tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeno and lime juice. Perfect addition to your game day snacks, to up on tacos, or to add to mashed avocado.
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    Elote

    Elote
    Elote, also known as Mexican street corn, is an irresistible upgrade to freshly grilled corn on the cob.
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    Jicama Salad

    Jicama Salad
    A delicious and cool jicama salad mixed with mango, cucumber, and red pepper can make a perfect side dish for any summer meal or Mexican cuisine.
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    Mexican Cucumber Tomato Salad

    Mexican Cucumber Tomato Salad
    Try a Mexican-inspired summer salad with sliced cucumbers, fresh tomatoes, red onions, cotija cheese, and a red wine vinaigrette. It's healthy and bursting with flavor!
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    Mexican Bean Salad

    Mexican Bean Salad
    Make a tasty Mexican Bean Salad for your next party or potluck! It's protein-packed and comes with a refreshing cilantro lime vinaigrette. You can even make it in advance for added convenience.
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    Orange Salad with Avocado

    Enjoy a delicious and easy-to-make California Navel Orange Salad with avocados and a citrus vinaigrette.
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    Mexican Lentil Soup

    Mexican Lentil Soup
    Try our vegan and gluten-free Mexican lentil soup for a tasty and easy meal that everyone in your family will love.
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    Instant Pot Mexican Black Beans Stew

    Instant Pot Mexican Black Beans Stew
    Make Instant Pot Black Beans with just 3 ingredients - no soaking necessary!
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    Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Enhance your soup by adding crispy tortilla strips, fresh avocado, zesty lime, and cilantro for a burst of delicious flavors!
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    Mexican Brown Rice

    Mexican Brown Rice
    Make Mexican Brown Rice using brown rice for a nutritious and flavorful side dish that pairs well with tacos or your favorite protein.
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    Cilantro Lime Brown Rice - Instant Pot

    Cilantro Lime Brown Rice - Instant Pot
    Effortless, nutritious, and delicious. This Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Brown Rice is the perfect side for tacos!
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    Mexican Sweet Potatoes

    Roasted sweet potato cubes with spices, garlic, and lime juice make a tasty side dish for tacos, fajitas, and BBQs. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes and enjoy the delicious flavors.
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    Mexican Sweet Potatoes

    Try these crispy Mexican seasoned potatoes for a simple and tasty side dish. Just 10 minutes of prep time needed for this easy and healthy recipe.
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    Ideas for Your Next Taco Tuesday

    • Easy Steak and Pico Tacos
    • Slow Cooker Carnitas Tacos
    • Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos on a sheet pan
      30 Minute Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos
    • chicken tacos with toppings on a platter with pico de gallo. Slow cooker in the back ground
      Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Tacos

    Common Questions

    What to bring to a potluck with tacos?

    - Guacamole and Salsa
    - Chips
    - Mexican Street Corn (Elote)
    - Mexican Rice
    - Black Beans or Refried Beans
    - Corn Salad
    - Fruit Salad

    What fruits go with tacos?

    - Pineapple
    - Mango
    - Peaches
    - Watermelon
    - Papaya
    - Strawberries

    Mix any combination of these into a fruit salad for a terrific side dish.

    What healthy side dishes go well with taco salad?

    Fruit salads, corn, beans, and brown rice are all great healthy side dishes for tacos. Check out my list above for more options.

    Does salad count as a side dish?

    Yes, a small side salad will compliment your tacos and offer fresh flavors.

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    20 Healthy Sides For Tacos

    Are you looking for a healthy side that goes with tacos? I have 20 easy, simple, and healthy side dishes that you can serve with your tacos!
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    Author: Megan
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    Ingredients
      

    • Citrusy Fruit Salad A Mix of Mango, Pineapples, & Strawberries
    • Tangy Fruit Salad A Mix of Green Apples, Red Apples, Green Grapes
    • Pineapple Chunks
    • Watermelon with Tajin
    • Guacamole with Fresh Vegetables
    • Pico de Gallo
    • Elote
    • Jimaca Salad
    • Mexican Cucumber Tomato Salad
    • Mexican Bean Salad
    • Orange & Avocado Salad
    • Salad Mix from the Grocery Store
    • Mexican Lentil Soup
    • Black Bean Stew
    • Elotes Corn Chowder
    • Tortilla Soup
    • Mexican Brown Rice
    • Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Brown Rice
    • Mexican Sweet Potatoes
    • Mexican Potatoes

    Instructions

    • Select your favorite side.
    • Gather all the ingredients.
    • Make your delicious recipe!
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