You’ve cooked up some Mexican cuisine, but you’re wondering what to serve with fajitas? We are sharing 45 of the best side dishes that taste amazing alongside your fajita dinner.
Homemade fajitas are the perfect meal for those hot summer months, especially when paired with a delicious side dish.
The best sides have fresh ingredients (like pico de gallo and fresh herbs) and amazing flavor combinations that tickle the taste buds.
This list of easy side dishes will not disappoint – you’ll want to make these every night of the week!
Whether you like spicy flavors or prefer a milder mexican dish, we have the perfect side dish option for the whole family.
We are sharing everything from some traditional mexican rice to fresh salsa to easy refried beans and everything in between! These side dishes will rival anything you will find at your favorite Mexican restaurants and you can make them easily at home for your next family dinner.
One of our favorite things about a fajita dish (besides the great flavor) is they are a great way to include simple ingredients your kids might not otherwise want to eat. We know you’ll love this list of sides to use, no matter the type of fajitas you’re making! How often do your kids line up to eat things like red onion, ripe tomatoes, black beans, or ripe avocados?
Before we get to the amazing side dishes for your fajita night, let’s hook you up with a delicious fajita recipe or two to get you started:
INSTANT POT STEAK FAJITAS RECIPE
SLOW COOKER CHICKEN FAJITAS RECIPE
MARINATED CHICKEN FAJITAS RECIPE
SHEET PAN STEAK FAJITAS RECIPE
You will never wonder again what to serve with fajitas!
It’s time to grab those tortilla chips and sour cream because we’re ready for some mexican food!
Which simple side dish are you most excited to try first?
Copycat Disneyland Chili Lime Corn on the Cob Recipe
Slightly sweet, a little sour, and just a kick of spice makes this copycat chili lime corn the perfect summer side dish.
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Black Bean and Corn Salsa Recipe
This easy Black Bean and Corn Salsa is full of flavor and can be made in less than 10 minutes! This homemade salsa is made with black beans, corn, red onion, cilantro, peppers, RoTel and more.
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(The Best) Fresh Tomato Salsa Recipe
This fresh salsa tastes amazing and you can add/subtract the ingredients to how you like it.
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Homemade Creamed Corn Recipe
This Homemade Creamed Corn recipe is the perfect simple and delicious side dish recipe. It can be thrown together quickly, and makes the perfect side dish.
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Puff Pastry Baked Churros (Cheater Churros)
Our delicious Puff Pastry Baked Churro Recipe make the perfect "cheater churros" for a quick and delicious snack!
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Instant Pot Refried Beans Recipe (Restaurant-Style)
The best refried beans made with dry pinto beans right in your Instant Pot!
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Chili’s Copycat Skillet Queso Recipe
This Chili's Copycat Skillet Queso Recipe is quick, simple, full of flavor and the perfect appetizer. If you are more of a savory person, you will go crazy for this dip.
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Easy Texas Pinto Beans Recipe
These easy beans are full of flavor and are a delicious alternative to refried beans
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Slow Cooker Refried Beans Recipe
These slow cooker refried beans are a fun twist on your favorite Mexican side dish. These refried beans are full of flavor and so easy to make.
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Creamy Black Bean Salsa Recipe
Our go-to salsa has always been Creamy Black Bean Salsa. With a full serving of vegetables, a tangy creamy sauce, and delicious beans and flavor it can't be beat!
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Refried Black Beans (Frijoles Negros Refritos)
As a side dish, or a component to the meal, these refried black beans are a delicious part of any meal! #bakeitwithlove #refriedbeans #blackbeans #healthy #mexicansides
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How to Make Homemade Bottled Mexican Hot Sauce
Create your own signature Mexican-style hot sauce with just a few ingredients and then sprinkle it on all of your favorite dishes.
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Fully Loaded Guacamole Recipe
Fully Loaded Guacamole Recipe is a delicious twist on guacamole. It is so easy to make and tastes amazing!
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Guacamole Salsa
Guacamole Salsa – guacamole and salsa come together for the perfect dip and topping for all Mexican dishes! Creamy avocados combined with salsa verde and voila!
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Cheesy Refried Bean Dip
This Cheesy Refried Bean Dip is so easy to throw together and makes a delicious appetizer or party food. With onion, garlic, refried beans, and cream cheese you can’t go wrong!
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Easy Mexican Salad
This chopped Mexican salad is the best easy side dish for tacos and enchiladas! It’s topped with savory cilantro lime dressing and crunchy tortilla strips.
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Instant Pot Lemon Rice Pilaf Recipe
We’re using our Instant Pot to make a quick and delicious side your whole family will love. Instant Pot Lemon Rice Pilaf , done in 20 minutes!
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Spanish Cauliflower Rice Recipe
An easy side dish that is chuck full of veggies but tastes amazing! This Spanish Cauliflower Rice is the perfect compliment to any main dish.
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Hatch Chile Guacamole {with Roasted Hatch Chiles} @ Bake It With Love
Hatch Chile Guacamole is super easy way to up your guacamole game! The roasted hatch chiles add a bit more heat and a subtle smoky roasted flavor that is out of this world delicious!! #bakeitwithlove
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Mexican Corn Dip Recipe
If you love street corn then you are going absolutely fall in love with this Mexican corn dip recipe! It has all the delicious flavors of street corn but in a baked dip that you can scoop onto your favorite tortilla chips!
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Easy, Spicy Roasted Potatoes
Spicy roasted potatoes made with chili powder and other seasonings are sprinkled with Cheddar cheese for a nice addition to a weekend breakfast.
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5 Ingredient Spanish Rice – A Gouda Life
Easy, 5 Ingredient Spanish aka Mexican Rice. Delicious, easy to make, perfectly cooked and loaded with bold flavor. The ultimate side dish to any Mexican entree.
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Easy sourdough tortillas recipe is ready in just 15 minutes.
Easy sourdough tortillas recipe is ready in just 15 minutes.
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Chili Cheese Dip Recipe
Chili cheese dip recipe is the perfect appetizer when you are craving comfort food. It is the best dip and so inexpensive to make.
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Piña Colada Slush Drink {Taco Bell Fruitista Copycat} Recipe
Looking for a fruity drink that comes together in minutes? This Piña Colada Slush is one of our favorites! You only need 3 ingredients!
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5-Minute Bean Dip
This intensely delicious bean dip recipe takes literally 5 minutes. You won’t believe how easy it is to make this party favorite!
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It Only Takes Four Ingredients to Make Easy Flour Tortillas at Home
Learn how to make fresh homemade flour tortillas for your favorite taco and burrito recipes with this easy step-by-step tutorial.
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Pomegranate Salsa Recipe
This Pomegranate Salsa Recipe is the perfect holiday dip or appetizer for any occasion. It is so fresh and full of pomegranate flavor!
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Copycat Chipotle Corn Salsa Recipe
Our copycat chipotle corn salsa recipe is the perfect topping to make your own burrito bowl at home just like from Chipotle.
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Pineapple Mango Salsa Recipe
The sweet and the heat in this Pineapple Mango Salsa is an awesome combination; it would be delicious with chicken, fish, or tortilla chips.
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Fresh Lime Salsa (Easy Homemade Salsa) Recipe
Fresh homemade salsa is made even better with fresh lime juice into it! Serve Fresh Lime Salsa with chips or over grilled chicken or fish.
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Easy Blender Salsa Recipe
Simple ingredients (Only 6 of them), paired with a blender, are all you need to make this Easy Blender Salsa Recipe.
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Restaurant-Style Chipotle Salsa
Restaurant-Style Chipotle Salsa is the best at home salsa you’ll ever make! In just five minutes, you can have fresh and spicy salsa. Make it all year round!
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Easy-To-Make Restaurant Style Mexican Rice
A really good restaurant style Mexican rice recipe that delivers that true restaurant flavor is hard to find, but this recipe may just beat the restaurant version! #bakeitwithlove #Mexicanrice
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How to Make the Best Mango Guacamole
Made with fresh avocados, mangos, lime juice, garlic, jalapeño and much more, this simple Mango Guacamole is full of flavors you can’t resist!
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Mexican Rice – Damn Delicious
Mexican Rice – Restaurant-style Mexican rice can easily be made right at home, and it tastes a million times better too!
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Summer Corn Salad
This Summer Corn Salad definitely can enjoyed all year round! It’s a fresh corn salad made with onion, bell pepper, avocado, and corn! Fresh or frozen corn will work!
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Mexican Watermelon Cucumber Salad – The Short Order Cook
Refreshing salad of sweet watermelon, crispy cucumbers and nutty pumpkin seeds tossed with a lime dressing and sprinkled with tajin.
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Upgrade Your Burritos and Rice Bowls With Homemade Mexican Black Beans
Frijoles negros (black beans) are a staple of Mexican cuisine. This vegan recipe is flavorful, simple, and a great side dish or filling for burritos.
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Easy Grilled Avocado Recipe
Easy Grilled Avocado Recipe has the most amazing flavor. This recipe is so simple to prepare and absolutely delicious. Plus, it is keto friendly!
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Quick and Easy Refried Beans
These refried beans are made with pinto beans, garlic, spices, and lime in just 20 minutes. A perfect recipe for Taco Tuesdays or any weeknight!
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Cucumber, Tomato & Avocado Salad
This cucumber tomato avocado salad is a healthy side dish that takes no time to put together! It’s a go-to summer recipe and fits nearly every diet.
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Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice: Incredibly Easy & Wonderfully Zesty!
This Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice is an incredibly tasty rice side dish that is suitable for so many meals! #bakeitwithlove #cilantro #lime #rice #instantpot #sidedishes
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