Vegetarian and Vegan Mexican Food Recipes

Spicy Vegetarian Bean and Feta Cheese Tostada. Mexican spices coupled with crumbled feta make for flavorful taste combination in this vegetarian tostada recipe. Be sure to use fresh cilantro, not dried, for the best flavor.

Quesadillas are an easy after-school snack for kids. This vegetarian quesadilla recipe is made with baked beans for some added protein.

Vegetarian vegetable burrito recipe with fresh zucchini and bell peppers. An easy Mexican burrito recipe with lots of healthy veggies.

Cinco de Mayo party ideas for vegetarians and vegans! Brose this vegetarian list of Mexican finger foods, vegan margaritas and more for a meatless fiesta.

A quick and easy vegetarian enchiladas recipe using portabella mushrooms using taco seasoning and canned enchilada sauce so you can get these vegetarian enchiladas in the oven in just a few minutes.

Vegetarian enfrijolas with avocado

Make a vegan bean and rice burrito with plenty of Mexican spices. This is a quick and easy basic recipe for a vegan bean burrito. Toss in some extra toppings such as non-dairy cream cheese, homemade guacamole, salsa, black olives, or whatever you have on hand.

This vegetarian enchilada recipe with tofu and cheese is very basic, but if you want to get some enchiladas in the oven in less than ten minutes, this is a great recipe to try. You can always pop open a can of black olives, or toss in some leftover pre-cooked veggies as well.

Ten Minute Vegetarian Fajitas

Vegetarian stuffed and breaded chile rellenos with black beans and citrus are an indulgent Mexican-inspired appetizer or vegetarian entree.

Carmelized Onion Quesadillas

Vegan 7 Layer Dip

A one dish casserole perfect for those busy nights - you can get this vegetarian enchilada bake in the oven in just a few minutes. A simple Mexican-inspired meal the whole family will enjoy.

Make easy enchiladas with tofu and meaty TVP. These vegetarian enchiladas are full of healthy soy protein and lots of vegan dairy-free cheese.

Vegetarian Chili Cheese Dip. A classic vegetarian chili bean and cheese dip perfect for lounging in front of the TV or for a casual vegetarian appetizer.

Grilled Stuffed Chili Relleno or Green Bell Peppers

Add whatever extra spices and veggies you like to this black bean and cheese burrito, such as some cayenne pepper or chili powder. A vegetarian burrito recipe doesn't have to be fancy to be tasty!

Vegetable burritos are a vegetarian dinner perfect for the kids or for people living alone who don't want to prepare a whole meal. These veggie burritos are packed with healthy high-fiber vegetables.

Make vegetarian fajitas using mushrooms and bell peppers for plenty of healthy and nutritious flavor. You could also make this vegetarian fajitas recipe vegan by omitting the sour cream or by using a vegan non-dairy sour cream substitute.

Quick and Easy Vegetarian Black Bean Soup. A healthy, low fat vegetarian soup recipe that will warm up your family in less than 15 minutes flat. Make it vegan by simply omitting the cheese and sour cream.

Black Bean and Mango Salad Recipe

Quick 7 Layer Dip Recipe

Quick and Easy Mexican Enchilada Sauce Recipe

Vegetarian Breakfast Burritos

Colorful seitan fajitas look just like real meat, but are, of course, lower in fat and cholesterol-free. Wrap in a flour tortilla and serve with rice and beans for a complete meal. This Mexican fajita recipe is both vegetarian and vegan.

Mexican quesadillas are very easy to make and kids absolutely love them, since they are mostly cheese! This vegetarian recipe for cheese and bell pepper quesadillas will be a hit with the kids, as well as the adults. You can make these Mexican quesadillas vegan by using soy cheese.

Black bean enchiladas can be made in advance and frozen, so make plenty and set some aside for later. This easy Mexican enchilada recipe is vegetarian and can be made vegan if you omit the cheese or use a vegan cheese.

Sweet Mexican Tortilla Chips

Although this quick and easy posole soup recipe is both vegetarian and vegan, traditional Mexican posole soup is almost never vegetarian! Though this vegetarian posole recipe may not be quite as authentic as others, you'll find that the combination of peppers, hominy, chili and cumin lends it a satisfying and authentic Mexican flavor.

Frijoles Negros (Black Beans) are a staple of Mexican cuisine. This vegetarian and vegan recipe is flavorful, simple to prepare and makes a great side dish or a filling for burritos.

Spicy black bean soup is full of the flavors of Mexico. With jalapenos, chili and cumin simmered on the stove, this vegetarian and vegan recipe is sure to please.

Mexican Black Bean Soup with Cumin

Crockpot Refried Beans

You can get this Mexican-inspired casserole into the oven in just a few minutes, so it makes a great meal for a busy day. Kids love this recipe too, but you may want to cut the amount of chilies in half. This vegetarian recipe could easily be made vegan by using a soy cheese instead of regular cheese.

Mock Chicken Fajitas with Fresh Cilantro. This Mexican food recipe is both vegetarian and vegan.

Easy Mexican Rice

These Mexican bean tortilla wraps make for a high-protein and low-fat vegetarian lunch. You can even eat them on the go, since they are all wrapped up and very portable. Try adding a bit of sour cream or guacamole for an even heartier meal. This recipe for tex-mex tortilla wraps is both vegetarian and vegan.

Quick No-meat-a Vegetarian Fajitas

Southwest Bean and Corn Salad

Pozole stew is a thick Mexican soup made from hominy and several other ingredients. This version hails from Guadalajara, Mexico, where a vibrant community has been cooking meatless vegetarian and vegan Mexican meals for generations.

Fiesta Veggie Burger Recipe

A vegetarian version of menudo soup with soy "chicken", hominy and plenty of Mexican spices. Instead of beef broth, this vegetarian and vegan version is simmered in a mix of lemon peel, garlic and oregano. If you like Mexican vegetarian food, try this vegetarian menudo soup recipe.

About.com's Guide to Mexican Food says of these vegetarian flautas, "These crispy tortillas are stuffed with green chiles, cheese and corn for a wonderful array of texture and flavor."

Mexican huevos rancheros is a traditional vegetarian Mexican breakfast recipe for eggs served with salsa and corn tortillas. Although this simple Mexican recipe is usually served for breakfast, they make a great lunch or afternoon snack for kids too.

Using frozen hash brown potatoes makes this Mexican vegetarian breakfast burrito recipe very quick and easy to prepare. This is a great vegetarian Mexican recipe for kids.

Easy mango and cheese quesadillas

Serve up some Mexican breakfast enchiladas with green chile sauce, eggs, and lots of cheese. A great meatless Mexican breakfast idea for weekends, holidays or for a brunch.

Plantain chips are an easy vegetarian and vegan Mexican treat.

A vegetarian burrito recipe using sweet potatoes, black beans, fresh cilantro and lots of Mexican spices. Yum!

Vegetarian Mexican Quiche Recipe

A low-fat version of Mexican huevos rancheros turns this traditional Mexican vegetarian breakfast into a healthier meal.

A low-fat and low-calorie vegetarian bulgur wheat pilaf with Mexican spices. Use this bulgur wheat dish as a filling for vegetarian burritos and tacos, or as a side dish to accompany any Mexican meal. This healthy, cholesterol-free whole grain bulgur pilaf travels well for picnics and potlucks.

Coconut mango margaritas made with fresh coconut milk - perfect for vegans.

Vegetarian tempeh chipotle burrito recipe with soybeans

Vegetarian black bean tortilla soup recipe