Ingredients
– 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
– 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
– 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
– 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
– 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
– 1 teaspoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– ½ teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 6 small flour or corn tortillas
– Fresh cilantro for garnish
– Lime wedges for serving
– Optional: avocado, salsa, sour cream, or cheese for topping
Instructions
Preparing vegetarian fajitas can be straightforward if you follow these clear and easy steps:
1. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. Sauté the Onions: Add the sliced onions to the pan and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
3. Add the Peppers: Toss in the sliced red, green, and yellow bell peppers. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Include Zucchini: Add the sliced zucchini to the mixture, cooking for another 3-5 minutes until tender.
5. Season the Veggies: Sprinkle the smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the vegetables. Stir well to combine.
6. Cook to Perfection: Continue cooking for 5 more minutes until the veggies are cooked through and slightly charred.
7. Warm the Tortillas: While the vegetables are cooking, warm the tortillas in a separate pan or wrap them in aluminum foil and place them in a warm oven for about 5 minutes.
8. Assemble the Fajitas: Once cooked, remove the vegetable mixture from the heat. Place a generous portion on each warm tortilla.
9. Garnish: Top your fajitas with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
10. Optional Toppings: Serve with avocado slices, salsa, sour cream, or cheese for added flavor.
Following these simple steps ensures a perfect plate of vegetarian fajitas every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 8g