Veggie Skillet Fajitas (Printable Version)

Colorful vegetables cooked in a skillet with Tex-Mex spices, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
02 - 1 large yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
03 - 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
05 - 2 medium zucchini, cut into half-moons
06 - 1 cup sliced mushrooms

→ Seasonings

07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 2 teaspoons chili powder
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
12 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
13 - ½ teaspoon salt
14 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ To Serve

15 - 8 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
16 - 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
17 - ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
18 - ½ cup salsa or pico de gallo
19 - ½ cup shredded cheese or vegan cheese (optional)
20 - ½ cup sour cream or plant-based alternative (optional)
21 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
02 - Add all sliced vegetables to the skillet and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and starting to caramelize.
03 - Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables; stir to coat evenly.
04 - Continue cooking the mixture for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
05 - Taste the vegetables and adjust seasoning if necessary.
06 - Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
07 - Spoon the cooked vegetables into each tortilla and top with avocado, cilantro, salsa, cheese, and sour cream as desired.
08 - Serve immediately accompanied by lime wedges.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in 25 minutes: perfect for busy nights
  • Budget-friendly and packed with vegetables
02 -
  • Use corn tortillas for gluten-free fajitas.
  • Leave off cheese and sour cream for a vegan dairy-free version.
03 -
  • Prep all veggies ahead of time to speed up dinner.
  • For a spicy kick, add sliced jalapenos or a sprinkle of chipotle powder.
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