Veggie Skillet Fajitas (Printable version)

Vibrant veggies cooked in a skillet offer a fast, flavorful Tex-Mex style meal with bold spices.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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, sliced 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 ground 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

# How-To Steps:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick & easy one-skillet meal
  • Vibrant, fresh vegetables and bold Tex-Mex flavor
02 -
  • Use corn tortillas for gluten-free fajitas
  • Swap in seasonal veggies for variety year-round
03 -
  • Slice vegetables evenly for consistent cooking
  • For a spicy kick, add sliced jalapeños with the veggies
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