EasyLunch
Charred Corn & Black Bean Salad with Crispy Tortilla Strips & Lime Crema
Fresh, bright, naturally sweet with smoky char and creamy finish
525 cal · 19g protein · 22 min
Cuisine & meal · 50 recipes
Mexican-Style Lunch Recipes
Mexican-inspired lunch ideas with full method and macros. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
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IntermediateLunch
Seared Spiced Halibut & Charred Tomatillo Salsa with Crispy Quinoa
Flaky white fish, tart green salsa, toasted grain crunch
442 cal · 36g protein · 32 min
IntermediateLunch
Beef Carne Asada Tacos with Charred Onion & Cilantro
Grilled sirloin, warm corn tortillas, lime, and crispy onion
920 cal · 55g protein · 35 min
SophisticatedLunch
Merluza Salvaje al Papel Blanco con Mojo de Ajo Negro y Almendra Tostada
Wild hake en papillote with black garlic oil and crushed roasted almonds
693 cal · 15g protein · 40 min
EasyLunch
Pan-Seared Rockfish with Charred Corn & Herb Salsa Verde
Flaky white fish, sweet corn char, bright herb punch
416 cal · 34g protein · 25 min
EasyLunch
Grilled Chicken Tostadas with Black Beans, Avocado & Pico de Gallo
Crispy tostadas, charred chicken, creamy avocado, fresh tomato salsa
916 cal · 66g protein · 25 min
IntermediateLunch
Moqueca Verde com Halibute e Purê de Abóbora Tostada
Green coconut-cilantro fish stew with charred squash purée and dendê essence
960 cal · 82g protein · 48 min
IntermediateLunch
Chicken Tinga Tostadas
Chipotle-braised thighs on crisp corn tostadas
619 cal · 42g protein · 40 min
EasyLunch
Gomen & Feta Quesadilla with Charred Tomato Salsa
Collard greens and Ethiopian spice pressed between soft tortillas
688 cal · 19g protein · 22 min
SophisticatedLunch
Slow-Roasted Poblano Filled with Chipotle-Braised Short Rib & Black Bean Purée
Charred poblano stuffed with tender braised meat and silken bean cream
786 cal · 62g protein · 200 min
EasyLunch
Arroz de Feijão Preto com Ovo Frito & Abóbora Tostada
Rice and black beans with crispy fried egg and roasted squash
704 cal · 19g protein · 25 min
EasyLunch
Shrimp Aguachile Verde with Crispy Tostada Cups & Avocado
Green chili, lime, cilantro, cucumber crunch
697 cal · 47g protein · 20 min
EasyLunch
Ceviche Tostada Bites with Purple Potato & Rocoto Cream
Fresh white fish cured in lime and ají rojo, served on warm corn crisps
530 cal · 36g protein · 20 min
IntermediateLunch
Seared White Sea Bass with Charred Tomatillo Beurre Blanc & Grilled Radicchio
pan-seared skin-on fillet, bright acidic pan sauce, bitter grilled greens
637 cal · 34g protein · 28 min
SophisticatedLunch
Chile-Cured Meagre en Papillote with Charred Corn Velvet, Black Garlic & Cilantro Oil
Whole fish steamed in parchment with charred corn purée, burnt garlic, and herb perfume
890 cal · 68g protein · 45 min
EasyLunch
Pan-Seared Cod with Charred Tomato & Green Olive Salsa Verde
Flaky white fish with vibrant Spanish herb and brine condiment
397 cal · 32g protein · 20 min
EasyLunch
Charred Corn & Black Bean Tostada Salad with Crispy Avocado Mousse & Chipotle Lime Vinaigrette
Autumn harvest meets Mexican comfort
747 cal · 28g protein · 30 min
EasyLunch
Sopa de Tortilla con Aguacate y Chipotle
Crispy tortilla strips in a smoky tomato broth
725 cal · 12g protein · 20 min
EasyLunch
Sopa de Tortilla con Pollo y Aguacate
Tangy tomato broth with shredded chicken, crispy tortilla strips and avocado
545 cal · 35g protein · 28 min
SophisticatedLunch
Classic Tortilla Española
Spanish potato and onion omelette
476 cal · 15g protein · 55 min
EasyLunch
Cheese Quesadilla
Melted cheese between crispy tortilla halves
567 cal · 25g protein · 8 min
SophisticatedLunch
Burrito
Flour tortilla wrapped around seasoned ground beef, beans, rice, and cheese
1422 cal · 63g protein · 45 min
IntermediateLunch
Quesadilla
Crispy tortilla filled with melted cheese, chicken, and peppers
756 cal · 50g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Tacos al Pastor
Marinated pork with pineapple and chiles on corn tortillas
556 cal · 35g protein · 70 min
Good to know
How long do these take?
Half are done in about 34 minutes. The quickest is around 20 minutes and the longest about 70 minutes, so there is something here whether you have a spare hour or twenty minutes.
Are these authentic Mexican recipes?
No, and we do not claim they are. These are dishes built on Mexican ingredients and technique by the Delicious kitchen, which is why the pages say Mexican-style rather than Mexican. They are written to taste right and to work in a home kitchen, not to be a record of traditional cooking.
How many calories are in these?
Most land between 461 and 993 calories a serving. Every recipe shows its own calories plus protein, carbs and fat, calculated per serving rather than per batch.
Do these come with a grocery list?
Yes. Any recipe here can be added to a grocery list that adds up quantities across everything you have chosen and sorts it by aisle, so two recipes needing onions become one line.
