15 Easy Low Carb & Keto Mexican Recipes (2024)

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Here are 15 easy-to-make, low-carb and keto Mexican dishes including classics like fajitas, enchiladas and tostadas.

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Who doesn’t love Mexican food?! Just because some Mexican dishes include tortillas, rice or beans, it doesn’t mean that you can no longer enjoy them while on a low-carb or keto diet. Rather, you simply swap out the higher-carb ingredients with low-carb alternatives like cauliflower rice, low-carb tortillas or romaine lettuce leaves. And, if you ask us, these low-carb alternatives are just as yummy.

When on a low-carb and keto diet, it's important to have tasty quick and easy recipes for when you're short on time or simply don’t have the patience to cook. Here are more than 10 delicious low-carb and keto Mexican recipes that are quick and easy to prepare. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do!

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Easy Keto Chicken Tinga (20 Minutes!)

This keto chicken tinga is an easy weeknight dinner that's absolutely delicious and takes less than 20 minutes to make!

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Keto Carne Asada (Easy!)

Here's one of the easiest and tastiest keto carne asada recipes — it's tender, juicy, smoky and bursts with flavor! It's a family favorite!

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Keto Chipotle Shrimp Tostadas (in 20 Minutes!)

These easy, keto chipotle shrimp tostadas are made with a crispy cheese base and topped with homemade guacamole and chipotle garlic shrimp.

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One-Pan, Keto Mexican Chicken Skillet

No need to meal prep with this easy low-carb and keto Mexican Chicken Skillet recipe. With store-bought rotisserie chicken, it's done in 15 minutes!

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Microwave Barbecue Chicken Quesadilla

Yes, it's possible to make a yummy chicken quesadilla with just a microwave, and this microwave barbeque chicken quesadilla is our favorite!

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Easy, 4 Ingredient Guacamole Recipe

You just need 4 ingredients to make the best, fresh-tasting guacamole. This 4-ingredient guacamole tastes as it should without any fuss!

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Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa (Low Carb / Keto)

This tender and succulent low-carb beef barbacoa is rich, spicy, and smoky in flavor. Plus, it's so easy to make in a crockpot!

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High Protein Buffalo ChickenJalapeño Poppers with Cottage Cheese

These protein buffalo chicken jalapeno poppers with cottage cheese may be healthy, but they're also spicy, creamy, cheesy and full of flavor.

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Low Carb Beef Taco Salad Recipe in 20 Minutes

We love this keto and low-carb beef taco salad since the Tex-Mex ground beef is addictingly delicious and the salad is easy to make and customize.

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Easiest Chicken Enchilada Zucchini Boats

With just a few store-bought ingredients, these low-carb and keto chicken enchilada zucchini boats are an easy dinner for busy weeknights

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Grilled Chipotle Lime Shrimp Salad

This grilled chipotle lime shrimp salad is a simple and delicious grill recipe that's healthy, full of flavor, and quick and easy to make.

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Grilled Chipotle Mexiburgers

Spicy chipotle burgers served on a bed of iceberg lettuce and topped with melted cheddar cheese, avocado slices and salsa? YES, PLEASE!

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Keto Skillet Steak Fajitas

The steak in this easy skillet fajitas recipe is deliciously tender and juicy with a spicy-smoky flavor, thanks to the chipotle chilis!

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Keto Mexican-ish Hot Dogs (10 Minutes!)

If you’re not on the hot dog bandwagon yet, then maybe these keto Mexican hot dogs will get you on board. They're perfect for a quick dinner!

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Mexican Style Tuna Salad

This healthy Mexican tuna salad is a new family favorite! It's bright and fresh, full of flavor and texture, healthy and high in protein. Plus, it's easy to make!

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