Veggie Fajitas are perfect for your indulgent Friday night dinner
Some nights just call for fajitas, and with this simple recipe, they’ll become an absolute no-brainer! Whether you’re thinking indulgent Friday night dinner or want to mix it up on a weekday, these bad boys will leave everyone satisfied.
But not only are these veggie fajitas delicious, they are also a great source of nutrition. The veggies and beans are high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making them a great addition to any diet. Plus, they are a wonderful way to enjoy Mexican food while still maintaining a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle.
Fresh veggies and a delicious spice mix leave you craving more
These fajitas are packed with fresh, colorful vegetables that are sautéed to perfection, served in warm tortillas and topped with guacamole, sour cream and cheese. If you’re not looking to make this veggie version, or want to make different variations, you can very easily add chicken to this recipe. Simply fry it in some oil before adding onions, bell peppers and spices. You can also create some meaty texture by adding mushrooms to the mix.
Whichever combination of veggies and meat you choose, the mix of fresh ingredients cooked with Mexican spices gives these fajitas a flavor that’s hard to resist!
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Whether you’re a vegetarian or just looking for a tasty and healthy meal, veggie fajitas are a great choice. They are easy to make, versatile, and perfect for any occasion. So, grab some tortillas, whip up some guacamole, and get ready to indulge in some delicious veggie fajitas!
Our best (vegetarian) Fajitas!
Ingredients
- 3 bell peppers any colour
- 1 red onion
- 1 can black beans
- 1 pack store-bought tortillas about 8
- sour cream, grated cheese, guacamole optional
Fajitas spice mix
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp chili or cayenne pepper
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Guacamole
- 2 avocados
- salt to taste
- lemon juice from half a lemon
- pinch of chili powder
Instructions
- Chop onion and peppers in thin slices, then fry them with some oil in a large skillet until soft. You can add a sip of water to accelerate the cooking process.
- Once they start softening, add your spice mix.Let it cook another 5 minutes until the peppers are fully softened and add another sip of water if it becomes too dry.
- In a small pot, heat up the beans. Add some salt and garlic powder to taste.
- Warm up your tortillas in a pan or microwave.Fill them with your fajitas mix, beans, sour cream, cheese and guacamole
Guacamole
- Mash 2 avocados, then add juice of half a lemon and add a pinch of salt and chili powder. Mix well & enjoy!
