Best 2 Fajita Lettuce Cups Recipes

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Fajita lettuce cups are a delicious and healthy take on the classic fajita dish. They are perfect for a quick and easy meal, and they can be made with a variety of different ingredients to suit your taste. The lettuce cups provide a crunchy and refreshing base for the flavorful fajita filling, and they are also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. Whether you are looking for a light lunch or a hearty dinner, fajita lettuce cups are sure to satisfy. Keep reading to learn how to make fajita lettuce cups recipes using all kinds of fun and flavorful ingredients.

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FAJITA LETTUCE CUPS



Fajita Lettuce Cups image

Refreshing, crisp, delicious! My husband loves this dish. It's super easy and you can use pretty much whatever you have in the kitchen: chicken, shrimp, etc. Top with cilantro, Mexican-style sour cream, and cotija cheese.

Provided by SerenaBloom

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons buttery spread (such as Smart Balance®)
1 (1 ounce) package fajita seasoning
1 white onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 red bell pepper, cut into small cubes
1 pound steak, cut into very small pieces
10 cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
½ head iceberg lettuce, leaves separated

Steps:

  • Melt buttery spread in a large skillet. Add fajita seasoning and stir until thoroughly mixed. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add red pepper and cook for 2 minutes more. Stir in steak and mushrooms. Cook until steak is no longer red but still juicy, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Serve warm in lettuce cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 52.9 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 610 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

CHICKEN FAJITA LETTUCE CUPS (HUNGRY GIRL) - WW POINTS = 4



Chicken Fajita Lettuce Cups (Hungry Girl) - Ww Points = 4 image

This is the from Hungry Girl Website: PER SERVING (entire recipe): 190 calories, 2.5g fat, 562mg sodium, 18g carbs, 4g fiber, 7g sugars, 23g protein -- POINTS. value 4 (if you make the HG Holy Moly Guacamole, the points value would be 3). Ready for a Mexi-licious mini-meal or snack? It's a chicken fajita explosion that's under 200 cals... Oli!

Provided by senseicheryl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 16m

Yield 3 lettuce cups, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 medium iceberg lettuce leaves (or leaves from another round, firm head of lettuce)
3 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, lean, sliced
1/2 cup bell pepper, red & green, sliced
1/2 cup onion, sliced
2 tablespoons guacamole (HG also makes a Guacamole!)
1 tablespoon salsa
1 tablespoon nonfat sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons fajita seasoning mix, dry

Steps:

  • Place chicken, peppers, and onions in a medium bowl. Blend fajita seasoning mix with 3 tablespoons water and pour mixture over the chicken and veggies. Stir so that chicken and veggies are thoroughly coated. Let marinate for 5 minutes.
  • Spray a medium pan with nonstick spray and bring to medium-high heat. Pour chicken/veggie mixture (including any excess marinade) into the pan. Moving mixture around occasionally with a spatula, cook until chicken is cooked through and veggies are slightly browned (about 6 minutes).
  • Transfer mixture to a bowl. Serve with the lettuce leaves, guac, salsa, and sour cream. Enjoy fajita-style, by loading up each lettuce "cup" with 1/3rd of the mixture and topping with the condiments. Yum!

Tips:

  • Choose the right lettuce. Boston, Bibb, or butter lettuce cups are all sturdy enough to hold the fajita fillings without getting soggy.
  • Make sure your fajita fillings are cooked thoroughly. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.
  • Don't overload the lettuce cups. You want to be able to take a bite without everything falling out.
  • Serve the lettuce cups with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

Fajita lettuce cups are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or light meal. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for later. So next time you're looking for a fun and healthy snack or meal, give fajita lettuce cups a try.

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