Veggie Skillet Fajitas (Printable)

A vibrant medley of bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms cooked together bursting with flavor.

# What You 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 zucchinis, 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

# Directions:

01 - Place olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
02 - Add all sliced vegetables to the skillet and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and starting to caramelize.
03 - Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables; stir thoroughly to coat.
04 - Continue cooking for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until vegetables are tender yet vibrant.
05 - Taste vegetables and adjust seasoning as necessary.
06 - Heat tortillas in a dry pan or microwave until warm.
07 - Spoon cooked vegetables into warm tortillas, then top with avocado, cilantro, salsa, cheese, and sour cream as preferred.
08 - Serve immediately accompanied by lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy one-skillet meal
  • Budget-friendly and packed with vibrant flavors
02 -
  • For a vegan dish, omit cheese and sour cream or replace with plant-based alternatives.
  • Use corn tortillas to make this recipe gluten-free.
03 -
  • Slice your vegetables evenly so they cook at the same rate.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet to ensure proper caramelization and flavor.
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