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Vegetable Fajitas
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup of mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 8 small flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: salsa, guacamole, sour cream, shredded cheese, lime wedges
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced bell peppers, onion, zucchini, and mushrooms.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the spice mixture over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned vegetables to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
- While the vegetables are cooking, warm the flour tortillas in a separate skillet or in the oven according to package instructions.
- Once the vegetables are cooked, remove the skillet from the heat.
- Divide the vegetable mixture evenly among the warmed tortillas.
- Serve the vegetable fajitas with optional toppings such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, shredded cheese, and lime wedges.
- Enjoy your delicious and healthy vegetable fajitas!
Vegetable fajitas have a rich history rooted in Mexican cuisine, with a modern twist that has made them a popular dish worldwide. Originating in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas, fajitas were traditionally made with grilled skirt steak. However, the vegetarian version gained popularity in the 1980s, with chefs like Diana Kennedy and Rick Bayless incorporating a variety of grilled vegetables into the dish. Today, the best vegetable fajitas can be found in authentic Mexican restaurants, where chefs use a mix of colorful bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms, seasoned with a blend of spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika. The key to perfect vegetable fajitas lies in the charred, smoky flavor of the grilled vegetables and the balance of spices, making it a must-try for vegetarians and veggie lovers.
30 min
4
300 calories
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