What To Serve With Fajitas (35 Amazing Fajita Sides)

Making fajitas and wondering what to serve with them? Although fajitas can definitely be served all by themselves, sometimes it’s nice to add a few side dishes to complete the meal.

So whether you’re having friends over, hosting a Cinco de Mayo party or perhaps just simply want to stretch out a weeknight family dinner, here are 30+ amazing sides to complete your fajita night.

35 Side Dishes For Fajitas

Take your fajita night to the next level with these delicious and simple sides! From colorful veggies and salads to rice and beans to salsa, dips and much much more. I’ve got you covered with the best side dishes to serve alongside your sizzling fajitas.

These sides would also pair well with tacos, nachos, enchiladas and all your other Mexican and Tex-Mex favorites.

Veggie Sides

Fajita Veggies

Let’s start off with the ultimate vegetable side dish for fajitas. A sizzling skillet of these delicious fajita veggies is a must!

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Mexican Street Corn (Elote)

Grilled corn on the cob slathered in a creamy lime and chili powder mayonnaise mixture and topped with cotija cheese. Yum!
Photo Credit: Dinner at the Zoo

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Mexican Potatoes

These crispy, flavorful potatoes are an easy to make side that everyone will love.
Photo Credit: Organically Addison

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Calabacitas

The combination of fresh corn and summer squash flavored with garlic and chili peppers makes a simple, flavorful side dish.
Photo Credit: The Vegan Atlas

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Mexican Corn Ribs

All the flavor of Mexican corn in the form of fun, easy to grab riblets.
Photo Credit: Served From Scratch

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Mexican-Style Pickled Vegetables

Crispy, crunchy pickled veggies that can be served as a topping or a side!
Photo Credit: Craving Something Healthy

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Rice

Easy Mexican Rice

An easy recipe for Mexican Rice, that’s just like what you’d get in a restaurant.
Photo Credit: Little Sunny Kitchen

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Arroz Verde

This Mexican Green Rice gets its beautiful color from poblano pepper, cilantro and spinach.
Photo Credit: Muy Delish

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Cilantro Lime Rice

Fresh lime and cilantro add delicious flavor to this easy rice side dish.
Photo Credit: A Farmgirl’s Dabbles

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Arroz Rojo

This homemade Mexican Red Rice recipe is infused with the flavors of tomato and chicken broth.
Photo Credit: 24Bite

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Rice and Beans

Black Beans and Rice

This simple side dish is cooked in one pot and pairs well with fajitas!
Photo Credit: Bean Recipes

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Mexican Street Corn Rice and Beans

Mexican street corn meets classic rice and beans in this delicious side dish.
Photo Credit: Sweet Simple Masala

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Tomato Rice and Beans

Rice and beans are infused with the flavor of tomatoes in this easy side.
Photo Credit: Mitten Girl

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Salsa, Sauces & Dips

Serve these with tortilla chips as a side dish or even as a topping for your fajitas.

Easy Homemade Salsa

A classic! Learn how easy it is to make homemade salsa.
Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon

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Guacamole

All you need is a few simple ingredients to make this classic – quick and easy to make!
Photo Credit: Resplendent Kitchen

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Easy Pico de Gallo

Loaded with fresh ingredients, easy to make and so delicious!
Photo Credit: Get On My Plate

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Homemade Nacho Cheese Sauce

Absolutely delicious and easy to make with a few simple real food ingredients. Just pass the tortilla chips please!

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Vegan Nacho Cheese Sauce

A delicious dairy-free alternative that is made from veggies!

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Avocado Corn Salsa

Healthy, delicious, easy to make and packed with bright, fresh flavors!
Photo Credit: Carmy

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Pineapple Salsa

This bright and fresh salsa features pineapple, bell pepper, red onion, cilantro and lime juice.
Photo Credit: The Almond Eater

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Creamy Mexican Corn Dip

All the flavors of Mexican street corn in dip form!
Photo Credit: Little Spice Jar

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Spicy Peach Salsa

Like peaches? Then you’ll love this fresh, sweet and spicy salsa!
Photo Credit: Inspired By Charm

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Mango Pico de Gallo

A fun spin on Pico de Gallo – bright, fresh and bursting with sweet mango flavor!
Photo Credit: Salt & Spoon

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Salads

Elote Pasta Salad (Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad)

Mexican street corn meets pasta salad! Smoky charred corn, salty cotija cheese, a little jalapeno kick, fresh cilantro, red onions and a creamy, tangy chili lime dressing to bring it all together. So good!

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Fiesta Salad

This delicious salad is easy to make, healthy and full of fresh flavors!
Photo Credit: Big Delicious Life

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Cilantro Lime Slaw

This crunchy slaw recipe features a creamy, tangy yogurt dressing.
Photo Credit: The Healthful Ideas

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Mexican Street Corn Salad

This corn salad is creamy, refreshing and packed with delicious flavor.
Photo Credit: Cooking For My Soul

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Cilantro Lime Broccoli Slaw

This salad comes together quickly thanks to pre-packaged shredded broccoli slaw mix.
Photo Credit: Good Life Eats

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Zesty Southwest Quinoa Salad

This zesty quinoa salad is loaded with avocado, beans, corn, peppers, and onions all tossed in a southwest inspired lime vinaigrette.
Photo Credit: Clean Plate Mama

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Beans

Frijoles Charros

This recipe for Mexican Charro Beans is rich, hearty and super flavorful!
Photo Credit: Muy Delish

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Black Refried Beans

These homemade refried beans are a quick and easy side dish.
Photo Credit: Three Olives Branch

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Instant Pot Black Beans

No soaking required for these quick and easy Instant Pot black beans!
Photo Credit: Hey Nutrition Lady

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Margaritas

Let’s not forget the margaritas! If you’re looking for a cocktail to go with fajitas, this is my pick every time. Either make a classic margarita or one of the fun variations below.

Passion Fruit Margarita

A classic margarita on the rocks with a tropical passion fruit twist.

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Triple Citrus Frozen Margarita

This Citrus Blender Margarita is bursting with fresh orange, lemon and lime flavors. Refreshing, delicious and easy to make at home!

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Mango Margarita

If you love mango, then give this fun variation a try!
Photo Credit: The Wooden Skillet

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A Few Fajita Recipes

Of course, I couldn’t write a post about fajita side dishes without also sharing some of my favorite fajita recipes!

• Fajita Seasoning: So much better than store-bought! Grab your favorite protein and use this flavorful seasoning as a dry rub or as a marinade.
• Fajita Veggies: You can’t have fajitas without some sizzling fajita veggies and these are AH-MAZING!
• Ground Beef Fajitas: A delicious and budget-friendly alternative to steak or chicken fajitas.
• Halloumi Fajitas: This vegetarian fajita recipe is a meatless meal that everyone will love.
• Chicken Fajita Tacos: Chicken fajitas served up in taco form!
• Fajita Nachos: Everything you love about fajitas piled on top of cheesy nachos!

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