18 Fiesta Ready Recipes Perfect for Taco Tuesday

Taco Tuesday is calling, and we are answering with flavor! We have been busy dreaming up the ultimate lineup of fun, easy, and seriously delicious recipes to turn your Tuesday night into a full-blown fiesta. From crowd-pleasers to quick and easy weeknight winners, these 18 favorite dishes will have everyone reaching for seconds. Get ready to spice things up and bring some major taco energy to the table!

Refried Bean Dip

Refried beans, sour cream, cream cheese, and spices are blended together and served warm for the ultimate cheesy Refried Bean Dip! You will definitely want to pair it with tortilla chips for dipping.

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Black Bean and Corn Salsa

This Black Bean and Corn Salsa is a fun take on classic salsa options. The fresh corn goes so well with the citrusy lime juice and other crisp, fresh vegetables. It will be a hit with crispy tortilla chips!

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Easy 4-Layer Fiesta Dip

This Fiesta Dip combines four layers of goodness for a flavor-loaded dip. Salsa, taco-seasoned sour cream, cheese, olives, and green onions come together for a decadent appetizer that you can prepare in minutes.

To learn more: Easy 4-Layer Fiesta Dip

Taco Dip

Take all the flavors you love about tacos, and combine them in an easy-to-eat Taco Dip! Tortilla chips, baby carrots, and slices of fresh bell peppers are perfect for scooping up every last bit.

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Queso Dip

Make everyone’s favorite restaurant appetizer even better with this homemade Queso Dip. Garnish it with chopped cilantro, peppers, tomatoes, or anything you like for a pretty presentation and a festive touch.

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Corn Dip

This Creamy Corn Dip is packed with yummy cheese and warm Mexican spices. It’s sweet, spicy, and the perfect way to celebrate. Pair it with chips or veggies, or use it as a condiment with your favorite main courses.

Go to the recipe: Creamy Corn Dip

Taco Pinwheels

Taco Pinwheels have all the classic flavors of ground beef tacos in an easy-to-eat handheld bite. Store-bought crescent roll dough wraps around ground beef and cheese for a hearty appetizer that can double as a main course.

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Cheesy Taco Sticks

Dip these Taco Sticks into one of the dips I’ve mentioned above, or just enjoy them plain. They are plenty flavorful just on their own, with lots of familiar taco seasoning to keep things interesting.

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Taco Ring

This Taco Ring is a show-stopper of an appetizer! Seasoned taco meat and cheese are tucked into buttery crescent roll dough and piled with your favorite taco toppings! Guests can easily pull off bites for quick snacking, making this recipe great for a crowd.

Go to the recipe: Taco Ring

Sheet Pan Quesadillas

Forget about making quesadillas one at a time. This cooking hack shows you how to utilize a sheet pan to make the crispiest and cheesiest Sheet Pan Quesadillas. With this nifty technique, you can say goodbye to standing over the stove top, and serve the whole party at once.

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Sheet Pan Nachos

The next time you need to make nachos for a crowd, pull out the sheet pan to make these Sheet Pan Nachos. All you have to do is layer the ingredients evenly, and you have a big-batch appetizer that offers an explosion of tastes and textures with each bite. You’ll never have to serve soggy nachos again!

Go to the recipe: Sheet Pan Nachos

7-Layer Dip

If a four-layer dip isn’t enough for you, this 7-layer dip has got you covered. Creamy, cheesy, and savory, it has everything you love about a classic Tex-Mex dip, all in one bite.

Go to the recipe: 7-Layer Dip

Jalapeno Popper Dip

Spice up your appetizer selection this Cinco de Mayo with the Jalapeño Popper Dip. The zesty dip is easy to make and is such a crowd-pleaser. You might as well make two servings for your party, as it is guaranteed to go fast.

Go to the recipe: Jalapeno Popper Dip

Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas cook for hours in a blend of Mexican-inspired spices and citrus juice. As a result, the meat becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender and ultra-flavorful. Use it as a base for burritos, soft tacos, and more!

Go to the recipe: Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

Burrito Casserole

This Burrito Casserole is made with juicy, Tex-Mex-flavored beef that’s layered with flour tortillas and lots of delicious cheese. It takes 20 minutes or less to make!

Go to the recipe: Burrito Casserole

Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

Crockpot your way to a Mexican-inspired dinner with these Chicken Fajitas. You can customize the recipe however you like, but don’t skip the lime wedges alongside! They add the perfect touch of citrusy zest to lighten up and balance out the dish.

Go to the recipe: Chicken Fajitas

Dorito Taco Salad

This easy, cheesy Doritos Taco Salad recipe is one of those rare salads that kids will actually want to eat! Meal prep + keto options.

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Taco Stuffed Shells

This taco stuffed shells recipe stuffs the best taco filling into tender jumbo pasta shells. Kids and adults are going to love this fun, easy-to-make meal! 

Go to the recipe: Taco Stuffed Shells

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Your family will love these Hearty Ground Beef Recipes ranging from popular hamburger meat recipes to great casserole dishes!

Go to the recipe: Hearty Ground Beef Recipes

Best Spring Pasta Recipes

These spring pasta recipes are loaded with fresh veggies and light sauces. They are perfect for easy weeknight dinners to compliment the warmer spring nights.

Go to the recipe: Best Spring Pasta Recipes

This article was originally published on All Things Mamma.