Heart-Healthy Sizzling Fajita Veggies

Bright, bold, and bursting with flavor, Heart-Healthy Sizzling Fajita Veggies are the perfect centerpiece for a nutritious and vibrant meal. Packed with red, green, and yellow bell peppers, tender red onion, and zucchini, this recipe brings a rainbow of crisp, sautéed vegetables to your plate—all seasoned with smoky paprika, zesty lime, and earthy cumin. Prepared in just 30 minutes, these sizzling veggies are cooked with a touch of olive oil for a light, heart-smart twist. Garnished with fresh cilantro, they’re perfect for serving alongside whole-grain tortillas or as a topping for brown rice. Whether for a quick weeknight dinner or a wholesome taco night, this dish delivers on both health and taste! Keywords: heart-healthy, sizzling fajita veggies, quick and easy recipe, vegetable fajitas, healthy meal ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 medium Yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium Red onion
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 large Lime
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Begin by washing all the vegetables thoroughly. Slice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers into thin strips, about 1/4 inch wide.

Step 2

Peel and slice the red onion into similar thin strips. Cut the zucchini into half-moons or long strips, depending on your preference.

Step 3

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 4

Once the oil is hot, add the sliced onions and stir-fry them for 2-3 minutes until they become slightly translucent.

Step 5

Add the bell peppers and zucchini to the skillet. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 6

Slice the lime in half and squeeze its juice over the vegetables while they cook. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Sprinkle cumin powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground black pepper, and salt over the vegetables and mix well to ensure all pieces are evenly coated with the spices.

Step 8

Continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes until the spices are fragrant and the vegetables are cooked through but still a bit crisp.

Step 9

Remove from heat and transfer the sizzling fajita veggies to a serving dish.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 11

Serve the fajita veggies hot, with whole-grain tortillas or over brown rice for a delicious heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(906.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	416.4

Total Fat 16.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3073.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 29.2g
Protein 9.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 157.6mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 1797.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.3%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 58.1%