Veggie Skillet Fajitas (Printable Version)

A quick skillet dish featuring vibrant bell peppers, onions, zucchini, and mushrooms with Tex-Mex spices.

# 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, sliced into half-moons
06 - 1 cup mushrooms, sliced

→ 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

# Step-by-Step Guide:

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 lightly caramelized.
03 - Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables and stir well to coat evenly.
04 - Continue cooking for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, until vegetables are tender yet retain vibrant color.
05 - Taste the vegetables and adjust seasoning if necessary.
06 - Heat tortillas in a dry pan or microwave until warm and pliable.
07 - Spoon the cooked vegetables into tortillas and top with avocado, cilantro, salsa, cheese, and sour cream as desired.
08 - Serve immediately accompanied by lime wedges.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick one-skillet meal packed with veggies
  • Easily customizable for dietary preferences
02 -
  • Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free version
  • Cram in extra veggies, or swap for seasonal favorites
03 -
  • Pre-slice veggies ahead of time for quicker meal prep
  • Serve toppings family-style for easy customization
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