Taco fixings range from classic taco condiments to gourmet to unique ingredients you may not have thought of! Don’t worry! I gotcha covered with this extensive list of topping options for taco recipes!
Taco Recipes
Before we get into the best taco toppings, here’s a list of the best meats for tacos, as you need to pick your taco fillings before the tacos toppers:
Tacos Toppings Ideas
To simplify the options, we’ve broken them down into categories: traditional, gourmet, salsa and taco sauces.
Traditional
Here’s the best options as they go with almost any taco recipe. From steak tacos to shrimp tacos, it’s easy to mix-and-match from the below list. Many of these are taco night essentials!
- Fresh Cilantro
- Diced Tomatoes
- Shredded Cheese
- Pickled Red Onions or Diced Onions
- Avocado Slices
- 4 Ingredient Guacamole
- Lime Wedges
- Pickled Peppers or Jalapeno Slices
- Sour Cream
- Sliced Black Olives
- Sliced Radishes
- Pickled Radishes
- Chopped Lettuce
- Cabbage Slaw
These toppings are perfect for taco bars and menus like these 4th of July Mexican food ideas.
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Gourmet
Here are some unique and/or gourmet options to consider! These would be great additions to a taco bar.
- Smoked Queso
- Pickled Pepperoncini Peppers
- Pickled Shallots
- Pickled Peaches – this would be a KILLER unexpected topping
- Queso Fresco or Cotija Cheese
- Grilled Pineapple
- Caramelized Onions
- Roasted Poblano Peppers
- Bacon Bites
- Crispy Fried Onions
- Baked Tortilla Strips
- Baked Wonton Strips
- Diced Mango
Salsa Recipes
What’s a taco without salsa? Whip up a few options and mix-and-match.
- Smoked Salsa
- Restaurant Style Salsa
- Pico de Gallo
- Mango Pico de Gallo
- Tomatillo Sauce
- Poblano Sauce
- Corn Salsa
- Salsa Verde
Sauce Ideas
Not into salsa, or looking to change things up in terms of sauces? Here are some sauces that would be amazing on tacos!
- Chipotle Crema
- Cilantro Lime Crema
- Lime Crema Recipe
- Avocado Crema Recipe
- Sriracha Aioli
- Mango Habanero Sauce
- Sweet Soy Glaze (Think Ahi Tuna Tacos!)
Toppings For Tacos
Whether you’re a fan of authentic Mexican toppers, or prefer to experiment with gourmet options, it’s essential to consider the protein. What works for chicken may not work for tuna! Play around with your taco recipes and see what works best.
With these 40 best options at your fingertips, you’re ready to create a taco feast your friends and family won’t soon forget!