I love taquitos, and I love trying new side dishes with them! One of my favorites is coleslaw. It goes so well with the taquito’s flavor and provides a great crunch. I like to prepare it myself at home, but you can also buy it pre-made from most grocery stores.

When it comes to what to eat with taquitos, there are several options, not only coleslaw.

In this article, we’ll explain why these 10 side dishes work so well with taquitos and how to prepare them yourself!

Side Dishes for Taquitos:

Spanish Rice
Fresh Fruit Salad
Mexican Street Corn Salad
Grilled Corn
Couscous Salad
Pumpkin Soup
Potato Salad
Cheesy Baked Zucchini
Sauteed Spinach & Garlic
Grilled Steak Fajitas

Spanish Rice

This is a great side dish for taquitos because it has a lot of the same flavors. Plus, it’s easy to make and can be made ahead of time.

To make Spanish rice, you’ll need white rice, chicken broth or water, garlic, onion, and green bell pepper. You can cook Spanish rice in water, but cooking it in chicken broth will enhance the flavor.

First, sauté the garlic and onion in a bit of olive oil until softened. Then, add the rice and green bell pepper and cook for a few minutes more.

Next, add the chicken broth (or water) and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.

Fresh Fruit Salad

The sweetness of the fruit salad complements the savory flavors of the taquito.

Another reason why fruit salad is a great side dish for a