Really Good Vegetarian Fajitas (With PINEAPPLE)

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 2
Really Good Vegetarian Fajitas (With PINEAPPLE)
in Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 green bell pepper ( chopped in thin strips )
2 red bell peppers ( chopped in thin strips )
2/3 cup frozen spinach
20 olives ( sliced )
0.75 can pineapple ( chopped in small pieces )
pickled banana pepper ( optional )
1 1/2 tablespoons oil ( olive or canola )
1 teaspoon whole cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper ( optional )
1/2 lime
1/3 head lettuce ( chopped thinly )
1 large tomatoes ( chopped thinly )
0.25 can pineapple ( chopped in small pieces )
tortilla
cheddar cheese ( optional )
salsa ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
300
Sugar
10g
Fat
10g
These vegetarian fajitas are a delicious and healthy twist on the classic dish. The sweetness of the pineapple perfectly balances the tanginess of the lime, making it a surprisingly tasty combination. Whether you're a vegetarian or just looking to cut down on your meat consumption, this recipe is a must-try. Plus, the recipe is easily customizable - swap out the veggies for your favorites and adjust the spice level to suit your taste.

Instructions

1.Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2.Add the peppers, spinach, and olives to the skillet, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
3.Add the pineapple, banana pepper, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (optional) to the skillet, and continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the spices are fragrant and the pineapple is heated through.
4.Remove the skillet from heat, and squeeze the lime over the fajita mixture.
5.To serve, place the chopped lettuce and tomatoes on the tortilla, top with the fajita mixture, and optional cheddar cheese and salsa. Fold the tortilla in half and enjoy!

PROS

A vegetarian fajita recipe that combines sweet and savory flavors, thanks to the addition of pineapple.

This recipe can easily be customized to your own preferences.

Easy to make and perfect for a weeknight meal.

CONS

Not suitable for those who are allergic to any of the ingredients.

Some may find the combination of pineapple and fajitas unusual.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is packed full of vitamins and minerals, thanks to the variety of vegetables used.
Spinach is rich in iron, while bell peppers are high in vitamin C.
The addition of pineapple also adds extra vitamin C and manganese to the dish.

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