30 Flavorful Side Dishes for Tacos

This bright and fresh salsa verde comes together in just a few minutes. It pairs perfectly with tacos, burritos, or your favorite tortilla chip.

Skillet Mexican Street Corn is the best side dish for taco night! So easy to make and it everyone loves it.

These grilled Mexican zucchini boats feature spiced, grilled zucchini boats filled with a creamy mix of cotija cheese, finished off with lime juice and cilantro.

Mexican black beans are a delicious and classic side for tacos. Add a little crumbled queso fresco to complete this side dish.

Made with fresh carrots, jalapenos, and onion, these spicy, pickled Mexican hot carrots are the ultimate sidekick to tacos and a perfect addition to chips & salsa!

This Taco bell copycat recipe is a must make addition to your next taco night for a tasty appetizer or dessert.

This homemade mango habanero salsa recipe is the perfect combination of spicy and sweet. Pair it with your favorite tacos, chips, or burrito bowls!

With the convenience of your slow cooker, a homemade batch of flavorful refried beans couldn't be any easier!

There's no better side for Taco Tuesday than this Cilantro Lime Slaw! Perfect with fish tacos or street tacos. 

Embrace the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with this irresistible Mexican Corn Salad.

Mexican Potatoes is a zesty side dish that pairs perfectly with your favorite Mexican-inspired main dishes.

Calabacitas, an easy Mexican zucchini con queso recipe, is the perfect side dish with sliced zucchini and onion sautéed in pureed tomatoes and garlic sauce, topped with chunks of melty cheese.

This Mexican Quinoa version is loaded with other tasty ingredients, Mexican seasonings, and green chilies!

This Poblano Avocado Sauce works as a topping for tacos or dip for chips! It's made with roasted poblanos, garlic, cilantro, and lime juice.

Jalapeno Cornbread starts with a mix that you dress up with a few stir-ins for extra flavor!

Elote, also known as Mexican Street Corn, is a beloved and popular street food in Mexico, offering an unrivaled way to savor grilled corn on the cob. This delightful dish is simple to replicate at home: sweet corn is generously coated in a creamy blend of mayonnaise, chili powder, and lime juice, then sprinkled with tangy cotija cheese. It's incredibly delicious when served as a side dish alongside tacos, adding a burst of flavor and texture to your meal.

The roasted tomatillos and roasted peaches in this salsa add delicious flavor to your tacos. Serve this salsa over tacos or as a side dish with tortilla chips.

This one-pot Mexican rice is incredibly easy to make - and comes in at about 13 cents per serving!

This homemade nacho cheese sauce recipe is absolutely delicious, full of flavour and easy to make with a few simple real food ingredients.

This roasted chili corn salsa is perfect to serve as a side for tacos or even as a taco topping! Made with 6 simple ingredients in 5 minutes, it's incredibly fresh, crunchy, tangy, and delicious!

Cilantro Lime rice takes plain white rice to a whole new level with its zesty, herby flavors. With a few fresh ingredients, regular rice is transformed into an easy side dish everyone loves to love.

These spicy Mexican chipotle brussel sprouts will convert even the pickiest brussel sprout haters in your home! Packed with tender brussel sprouts, smokey charred corn, and the zest and spice of chipotles in adobo and fresh lime - you will forget you are eating a huge serving of veggies!

This tropical, fruity Mango Slaw features juicy, ripe mangoes, crunchy cabbage, and vibrant bell peppers in a fruity mango cilantro lime dressing. It’s a refreshing and flavourful twist on the classic coleslaw that brings a taste of the tropics to any meal.

Yet another wonderful use for your air fryer! Healthy, super quick air fryer tortilla strips to use on salads, soups, or eat like chips!

Meet your new favorite side dish: baked zucchini slices! These quick and crispy oven-roasted zucchini are generously topped with melted and crispy Parmesan cheese. The perfect addition to any meal, they’re versatile, budget-friendly and guaranteed to please even the pickiest eaters.

Indulge in the zesty flavors of Mexico with this mouthwatering Mexican street corn salad pasta recipe. A fiesta of grilled corn, creamy dressing, and bold spices in every bite!

This fiesta wedge salad is the perfect addition to your taco dinner.

This Quick and Easy Mexican Pork Stew Recipe, featuring shredded roast pork, salsa verde, fire-roasted tomatoes, and black beans, is a game-changer that promises unparalleled flavor and convenience.

Tacos are often a meal in themselves, but this delicious Mexican chopped salad with honey lime dressing will pair beautifully with your taco main dish.

Crunchy Cucumber Slaw is a refreshing side dish that pairs perfectly with tacos. Made with crisp cucumber slices and a tangy dressing, it adds a delightful crunch and a burst of flavor to your meal.