Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with a symphony of flavors and colors! In this article, we present a delectable guide to crafting the ultimate colorful vegetable fajitas. Whether you're a seasoned fajita aficionado or a novice cook eager to explore new culinary horizons, we have something for everyone. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with vibrant bell peppers, succulent onions, crisp zucchini, earthy mushrooms, and a delightful array of herbs and spices that will leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your kitchen, and let's dive into the world of vibrant and delicious veggie fajitas.
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VEGGIE FAJITAS
My husband prefers these to chicken or beef fajitas and I serve them for dinner often. -Sarah Mercer, Wichita, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 8 fajitas.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute the vegetables with salt and pepper in oil until crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, place about 1/2 cup vegetable mixture down the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle each with 1/4 cup cheese; top with sour cream and salsa. Fold in sides.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 853mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
COLORFUL VEGETABLE FAJITAS
These tortillas are a favorite weekday meal of mine. You may add jalapeno peppers or super hot salsa in this recipe if you like your food fiery hot.
Provided by Candice
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Wrap tortillas in aluminum foil, and place in oven. Turn heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake for 15 minutes, or until thoroughly heated.
- In a 10 inch skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Add onions, red and green peppers, and garlic; stir to coat with oil. Cover, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 5 minutes. Stir squash into vegetables. Stir in salsa, cumin, and salt. Cover, and cook for 5 minutes.
- Spoon vegetable mixture evenly down the centers of warm tortillas, and sprinkle with cheese and cilantro. Roll up tortillas, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.1 calories, Carbohydrate 64.7 g, Cholesterol 25.1 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 1111.3 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
FAJITA VEGETABLE STIR-FRY
Whether you serve this as a side or vegetarian main dish, our recipe for Fajita Vegetable Stir-Fry is easy, delicious and soon to be a family favorite. These veggies are ready in just 20 minutes and so versatile, they can be used in tacos, fajitas or burritos. To make this dish a bit heartier, add chicken, shrimp, or tofu and serve over rice.
Provided by Country Crock®
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Country Crock®
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt Country Crock® Spread in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook red peppers and onion until tender and golden, about 8 minutes. Stir in garlic, cumin and chili powder and cook, stirring frequently, 2 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in lime juice and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 5.9 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
SIZZLING VEGETABLE FAJITAS (TGIF COPYCAT)
This is a long time favorite in my house! I found this recipe in the newspaper years ago, and still make it from my now faded and wilted copy!
Provided by Cook4_6
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- To make pico de gallo sauce:
- Combine all ingredients specified for the sauce.
- Let sit for at least a half hour so flavors will blend. Set aside.
- To make pesto:.
- Put cilantro and garlic in a food processor and process until finely chopped.
- With machine on, gradually add olive oil. Season and blend in cheese. Set aside.
- To make filling:.
- Slice enough onion to equal about 1/2 cup. Sauté with margarine in a small cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook past translucent stage until browned, about six to eight minutes.
- Prepare about 2 cups of vegetables -- the combination depends on personal taste.
- Cook all vegetables except mushrooms in lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of pesto over medium to medium-high heat.
- When almost at al-dente stage, add sliced mushrooms.
- Continue cooking for about one minute.
- The remaining pesto can be refrigerated or frozen for future use.
- Place vegetable mixture over sizzling onions, then spoon vegetable-onion mixture into center of warmed tortillas.
- Top with condiments, to taste, then roll up tortillas.
- Three tortillas make one very generous portion.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.5, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 6.2, Sodium 349.3, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3, Protein 4
ROASTED VEGETABLE FAJITAS
Yes, they're meatless and lowfat, but they taste good, too. Don't substitute any other type of vinegar for the balsamic...this much regular vinegar on vegetables will just give you pickles, whereas the balsamic makes them taste a little sweet.
Provided by Aunt Cookie
Categories Onions
Time 30m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, combine 1 teaspoons oil and 1/4 cup vinegar.
- When vinegar starts to simmer, add the onions and garlic.
- Saute 8-10 minutes, adding additional vinegar if the onions stick.
- Sprinkle with cilantro and lime, then set aside.
- Preheat the broiler.
- Brush the raw vegetables with the remaining oil.
- Broil, turning once, for about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and combine with the onion mixture. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine the yogurt or sour cream and cumin. Serve with vegetables and tortillas.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 559.7, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 1.6, Sodium 847.6, Carbohydrate 91.9, Fiber 10.7, Sugar 20, Protein 17.9
Tips:
- Choose fresh, colorful vegetables. The more vibrant the colors, the more appetizing your fajitas will be. Look for vegetables that are in season and at their peak of ripeness.
- Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly. Aim for pieces that are about 1-2 inches in size.
- Marinate the vegetables. Marinating the vegetables in a flavorful mixture of spices, herbs, and oil will help them develop a delicious flavor. You can marinate the vegetables for as little as 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Cook the vegetables over high heat. This will help them caramelize and develop a slightly smoky flavor. If you're using a grill, cook the vegetables over direct heat. If you're using a stovetop, use a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
- Serve the fajitas immediately. Fajitas are best served hot and fresh. Top them with your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and cheese.
Conclusion:
Colorful vegetable fajitas are a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal. They're perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual weekend lunch. With a variety of fresh vegetables, flavorful spices, and your favorite toppings, fajitas are a surefire crowd-pleaser.
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