Craving Cinco de Mayo menu inspiration? Look no further! From spicy watermelon mango margaritas to a fruity twist on chips and salsa, we have every recipe you need for a perfectly festive fiesta.

Watermelon Margarita On the Rocks

Ice cold glass. Salty rim. Citrusy, fruit flavor. And a juicy watermelon garnish to top it all off. Can you think of anything better than a refreshing watermelon margarita? Not us. Classic margarita flavors get a fun fiesta spin in this cocktail.

Watermelon Margarita on the Rocks

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Watermelon Salsa Bowl

Want to really impress this Cinco de Mayo? Serve sweet, savory, spicy watermelon salsa in this watermelon bowl. Simply scoop out watermelon, dice and mix.

Salsa Bowl with chips on side and in background. Margarita in background. Toy lizard in foreground.

Bonus: this recipe is sustainable because it doesn’t waste any watermelon rind!

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Fish Tacos with Watermelon Guacamole

Tacos are a must on Cinco de Mayo! But after tasting these ones topped with watermelon guacamole, you’ll be making them every Taco Tuesday. Bright fruity flavors from the watermelon and lime complement the smooth avocado and spicy jalapeño, all atop smoky, salty cod.

Watermelon fish tacos serving alongside bowl of watermelon guacamole. Watermelon wedges and clear glass of beer and beer bottle in background.

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Watermelon Mango Margarita

2x the watermelon margaritas, 2x the fiesta fun. This one is for our margarita lovers who prefer a frozen bevvie and spicy rim. Made using mango and Tajin spice, this recipe is sweet with a little kick!

Watermelon Mango Margaritas in Tajin spice rimmed glasses. Garnishes of watermelon, mango and lime.

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Nachos with Watermelon Avocado Salsa

These nachos make a unique and shareable party app everyone will be talking about! Your traditional nachos — crunchy chips and melty cheese — are topped with a bright, zesty watermelon avocado salsa.

Pan of nachos

Tip: This salsa can be enjoyed with nachos, tacos, chips or plain.

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