Vegetarian Fajitas
Vegetarian Fajitas are a vibrant and delicious way to enjoy a healthy meal packed with colorful vegetables and bold flavors. This easy-to-follow recipe features sautéed bell peppers, zucchini, and onions, all seasoned with aromatic spices, making it perfect for Taco Tuesday or any weeknight dinner. Serve them wrapped in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings for a delightful dining experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4 tortillas (flour or corn)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced red onions and sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in bell peppers and zucchini strips; cook until vibrant and slightly charred (5-7 minutes).
- Sprinkle cumin and smoked paprika over the veggies; stir well and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and drizzle with fresh lime juice.
- Serve warm on tortillas, adding toppings like avocado or cilantro as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fajitas (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider including black beans or grilled tofu. Feel free to customize the vegetable mix based on seasonal availability. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.