10 Must-Make Mexican Recipes for June!


Hi Reader,

Summer’s here, and it’s time to turn up the flavor! ☀️
June is packed with reasons to celebrate—Father’s Day, sunny picnics, and weeknight dinners that deserve a little extra kick. This list? It’s full of easy, vibrant Mexican recipes that feel just right for sunny days, backyard hangouts, and low-key dinners that still feel special. Nothing complicated—just seriously good food you’ll be excited to eat all summer long.

So take a peek, pick your fave, and make something worth sharing!🥳

One reader said: "I’m serving fajitas this Sunday. I love the variety of meats and salsas and side dishes. Mexican food is really the best, and all of my friends love cilantro! Yours are beautiful. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
- Mimi

One reader said: "The corn salsa is awesome! I used my own recipe for the fish. The family really enjoyed the salsa and said they would like to have it again as a dip with tortilla chips. Yum!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
-Finola

One reader said: "Yum! This was an amazing recipe. The flavor is off the charts good. My marinade was a lot more red than yours, but otherwise, I’d make this again in a heart beat. I mean I have this achiote paste that must get used… ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - Jennw

One reader said: "This grilled pineapple salsa sounds absolutely delicious! I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors, and it looks so refreshing. Can’t wait to try it at my next barbecue! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" -Nulls

A juicy, refreshing fruit salad tossed in lime juice and Tajín—sweet, spicy, and perfect for summer snacking or picnics!✨

Smoky, salty, and totally addictive—these roasted fresh garbanzo beans are a classic Mexican street snack perfect for summer munching.

One reader said: "This is a great recipe. I use this recipe except do 2 oz of squirt and 2oz of grapefruit ice drink, along with the 1oz of grapefruit juice and 1 oz lime. That’s the best combo I’ve found. I also make a jalapeño simple syrup for a little extra kick. Paloma’s are awesome!!!!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - Chris

One reader said: "Thank you for the recipe. I needed a guide to making a cherry jalapeno based marinade since I had so many cherries. I added some stuff: a Serrano for more heat, fresh garlic, powdered onion, black pepper, a little soy sauce, and a little fish sauce. I cooked down the remaining marinade for use as a sauce. So good!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - Camilla

One reader said: "I love grilled veggies! Summer is the best season for grilled meals.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - Blanca

One reader said: "This recipe was so easy! One of the most delicious things I’ve made in a long time. Didn’t have pistachios so I used toasted pumpkin seeds and added cotija cheese!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - Ali


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