Heart-Healthy Vegetable Fajitas

Savor the vibrant flavors of these Heart-Healthy Vegetable Fajitas, a wholesome and delicious twist on a Tex-Mex classic! Packed with a rainbow of colorful vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and red onion, this recipe is both nutritious and satisfying. Seasoned with bold spices such as smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin, these fajitas deliver a robust, smoky flavor in every bite. Nestled in warm whole-wheat tortillas and topped with creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, and protein-rich black beans, they make a perfect plant-based meal that's low in sodium and rich in heart-friendly nutrients. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights and sure to please the whole family. Whether you're embracing a healthy lifestyle or simply love fresh, flavorful dishes, these vegetable fajitas are a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 medium Red onion
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 cup Mushrooms
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 6 small Whole-wheat tortillas
• 1 medium Avocado
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 1 cup Low-sodium black beans

Directions

Step 1

Slice the red, yellow, and green bell peppers into thin strips. Do the same with the red onion and zucchini. Clean and slice the mushrooms.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the sliced bell peppers, onions, zucchini, and mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and ground black pepper over the vegetables. Stir well to evenly coat the vegetables with the spices.

Step 7

Drizzle the lime juice over the vegetable mixture and give it a quick toss. Remove from heat.

Step 8

Warm the whole-wheat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.

Step 9

Mash the avocado and set it aside to use as a topping.

Step 10

To assemble, fill each tortilla with a portion of the cooked vegetables, a spoonful of black beans, and a dollop of mashed avocado. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy vegetable fajitas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1748.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1813.1

Total Fat 77.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3428.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 255.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 57.3g	0%
Total Sugars 40.4g
Protein 56.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 498.7mg	0%
Iron 19.4mg	0%
Potassium 4330.4mg	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: 35.8%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 52.7%