Name: Portabella Mushroom Fajitas with Peppers and Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: 4 large portabella mushrooms, cleaned and sliced; 2 bell peppers (any color), thinly sliced; 1 large onion, sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp chili powder; 1 tsp ground cumin; ½ tsp smoked paprika; ½ tsp garlic powder; Salt and black pepper, to taste; Juice of 1 lime; 8 small flour tortillas; Optional toppings: avocado slices, salsa, sour cream, chopped cilantro, shredded cheese

Portabella Mushroom Fajitas are a healthy, flavorful twist on the classic Tex-Mex dish, packed with vibrant veggies and savory seasonings. Juicy portabella mushrooms, crisp bell peppers, and caramelized onions are sautéed with bold spices and served in warm tortillas, creating a plant-based delight that’s hearty, satisfying, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this quick recipe requires minimal prep time and delivers maximum taste. Customize your fajitas with fresh toppings like avocado, salsa, or a squeeze of lime for a fresh and zesty finish. These fajitas prove that healthy eating can be both indulgent and easy!

Recipe Tips and Tricks:

Slice mushrooms evenly for uniform cooking.
Use a cast-iron skillet for the best caramelization.
Adjust spices to suit your heat preference.
For extra flavor, marinate mushrooms before cooking.
Warm tortillas for a soft and pliable texture.

Yield: Serves 4

Portabella Mushroom Fajitas with Peppers and Onions

Savory portabella mushrooms, peppers, and onions create delicious, plant-based fajitas, perfect for a quick and healthy meal.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

4 large portabella mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
2 bell peppers (any color), thinly sliced
1 large onion, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Juice of 1 lime
8 small flour tortillas
Optional toppings: avocado slices, salsa, sour cream, chopped cilantro, shredded cheese

Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Clean and slice the mushrooms, peppers, and onion. Keep them evenly sliced for consistent cooking.
Heat Skillet: Warm a large skillet (preferably cast-iron) over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and swirl to coat.
Cook Vegetables: Sauté the onions and peppers for 5–7 minutes until slightly softened. Remove and set aside.
Cook Mushrooms: In the same skillet, add mushrooms. Cook for 5–6 minutes until they release their moisture and start to caramelize.
Season: Return the onions and peppers to the skillet with the mushrooms. Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
Finish with Lime Juice: Drizzle lime juice over the mixture for a zesty kick. Toss to combine.
Warm Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until warm.
Assemble Fajitas: Serve the mushroom mixture in tortillas and add your favorite toppings.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use corn tortillas.
Marinate mushrooms in a mix of olive oil, lime juice, and spices for extra depth of flavor.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 550Total Fat 25gSaturated Fat 5gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 18gCholesterol 9mgSodium 758mgCarbohydrates 71gFiber 10gSugar 5gProtein 14g

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