Add these fajita veggies to any protein for an easy dinner, or serve them as a side dish. They work for fajitas, burritos, and burrito bowls. They're easy to prepare, require minimal ingredients, and can be customized to your taste.
🥰 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Versatility: These fajita veggies are the ultimate multitaskers. Pair them with refried beans for veggie fajitas, add protein for chicken fajitas, or add them to a burrito bowl.
- Easy to Make: Chop up your favorite vegetables, toss them in oil and seasoning, and cook them in a skillet for a few minutes. They are super easy to make
- Healthy: Fajita veggies are a great way to add more vegetables to your dinner.
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Ingredients & Substitutions
Bell Peppers: Use a mix of red, yellow, and orange bell peppers for vibrant and colorful veggies.
Mushrooms: Buy presliced mushrooms to make things easier. You can omit them altogether if you don't like mushrooms.
Onion: Any onion works for this recipe. You can use yellow, red, white, or sweet onions, depending on your taste.
Garlic Cloves: If you don't have fresh garlic cloves, substitute with ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder.
Olive Oil: Avocado oil or canola oil can be substituted for olive oil.
Chili Powder: Adds spice and flavor to the fajita veggies.
Cumin Powder: Offers a warm and earthy flavor that complements the other spices.
Smoked Paprika: Infuses a smoky depth into the dish, enhancing its overall complexity.
Salt: Essential for seasoning and bringing out the flavors of the vegetables and spices.
Full ingredient list with quantities in the recipe card below
How to Cut Onions & Peppers for Fajitas
Onion: Peel the papery outer skin of the onion. Cut in half lengthwise, from root end to stem end. Make thin slices across the grain of the onion from root to end.
Bell Peppers: Flip the pepper upside down so the stem ends are on the cutting board. Slice down around the pepper's stem so you end up with three to four pieces. Slice the pieces into thin slices.
How to Cook Fajita Veggies
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet (I prefer cast iron skillets) over medium-high heat.
2. Add bell peppers, mushrooms, and onion to the skillet. Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and onion powder. Stir well.
3. Cook for about 15 minutes until vegetables soften, stirring occasionally.
4. Serve veggies in tortillas with optional toppings.
Tips
Don't Over Cook the Vegetables: Aim for tender-crisp veggies, not mush. High heat and a quick cooking time will keep them vibrant and flavorful.
Don't Crowd the Pan: This steams the veggies instead of searing them, giving you soft peppers and onions. Use a large pan or cook in batches for even browning.
Common Questions
What are fajitas?
Fajitas are Tex-Mex dishes made with steak or chicken and veggies. The meat and vegetables are typically grilled or pan-seared and served with tortillas, guacamole, and other toppings.
Can I use other vegetables besides peppers and onions?
Absolutely! Many people add zucchini, mushrooms, broccoli, or even corn.
What are some toppings for fajita veggies?
Popular toppings include shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and fresh cilantro.
Can I use leftover fajita veggies in other dishes?
Yes! They are a great addition to burritos, quesadillas, omelets, or even scrambled eggs.
Veggie Fajita Sides
- Mexican Rice
- Refried Beans
- Guacamole
- Chips and Salsa
- Black Beans
Fajita Veggies
Ingredients
- 3 bell peppers stemmed and sliced into strips
- 8 oz mushrooms sliced into strips
- 1 onion sliced into strips
- 2 garlic cloves, minced or ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced bell peppers, mushrooms, and onion to the skillet. Sprinkle chili powder, cumin powder, smoked paprika, salt, and onion powder over the vegetables. Stir well to evenly coat the vegetables with the seasoning.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes or until the vegetables start to soften.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt if desired.
- Serve with warm tortillas and toppings like salsa, guacamole, sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro as desired.
Nutrition
The nutritional information provided is an estimate and may vary based on the ingredients used.
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