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Published: December 7, 2021 Last Modified: December 7, 2021 By Sara 12 Comments

Vegetarian Fajitas

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These vegetarian fajitas are an assortment of peppers, onions and mushrooms, all cooked together with the perfect blend of spices.
These vegetarian fajitas are an assortment of peppers, onions and mushrooms, all cooked together with the perfect blend of spices.
These vegetarian fajitas are an assortment of peppers, onions and mushrooms, all cooked together with the perfect blend of spices.

These vegetarian fajitas are an assortment of peppers, onions and mushrooms, all cooked together with the perfect blend of spices. A quick and easy meatless meal option that’s packed with flavor!

My family loves Mexican food, and I make our favorite recipes almost every week including zesty salsa verde, savory black beans and rice, and these vegetable fajitas.

A platter of vegetarian fajitas served with rice and beans.

I can never resist a plate of sizzling fajitas, it’s one of my favorite things to order in a restaurant. These vegetarian fajitas feature four types of peppers, sweet red onions and plenty of mushrooms for a meal that will not have you missing the meat.

How do you make vegetarian fajitas?

Start by slicing sweet bell peppers, poblano peppers, mushrooms and red onions. Cook the vegetables over high heat until they’re tender and the edges are charred. Sprinkle a homemade spice blend over the veggies, then cook for a few more minutes to let the flavors come together. Sprinkle with cilantro, then serve with tortillas and your favorite toppings.

Bowls of spiced and sliced vegetables.

Tips for the perfect dish

  • It’s important to cook your vegetables in a very hot pan to get that characteristic char and smoky flavor.
  • Leftover fajitas will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can reheat them on the stove or in the microwave.
  • Be sure to cut your vegetables into similar sized pieces so that they cook at the same rate.
  • I like to cut up my vegetables early in the day then store them in the fridge until I’m ready for dinner. This makes it so easy to get a meal on the table in just minutes.
  • If you like spicy food, you can add some minced jalapeno or crushed red pepper flakes to the dish.
  • I like poblano peppers because they add a lot of flavor but are not spicy. They are also sometimes sold as pasilla peppers. If you can’t find them, you can use anaheim peppers or else green bell peppers.
  • Red, yellow and orange bell peppers all taste the same, so feel free to use just one color if you prefer. I think it looks more appetizing with all the colors, but it doesn’t really change the taste of the dish.
A pan of cooked peppers and mushrooms.

What is traditionally served with fajitas?

Fajitas are typically served with tortillas. You can choose corn or flour tortillas, whatever you prefer. For fully loaded fajitas, you’ll also want to serve Mexican rice and beans, salsa, sour cream and guacamole. You can also serve other toppings such as pickled jalapenos, roasted corn or olives.

Sauteed onions and peppers with spices on top.

Vegetarian fajitas flavor variations

While this dish is fabulous as-is, you can change up the ingredients to make the flavors your own.

  • Protein: Add some extra protein to the mix by using slabs or cubes of extra firm tofu.
  • Veggies: Feel free to stir in extra vegetables such as broccoli, carrots, zucchini, asparagus or
  • Mushrooms: While I typically use button mushrooms, portobello or crimini mushrooms are also great choices.
Two vegetarian fajitas topped with cheese and sour cream.

Try these fajitas for dinner tonight, I promise you won’t miss the meat!

More Mexican Style Recipes to try

  • Mexican Coleslaw
  • Pico de Gallo
  • Mexican Corn Salad
  • Chile Relleno Casserole
  • White Queso Dip

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A platter of vegetarian fajitas served with rice and beans.
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Vegetarian Fajitas

These vegetarian fajitas are an assortment of peppers, onions and mushrooms, all cooked together with the perfect blend of spices. A quick and easy meatless meal option that's packed with flavor!
Course Main
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 131kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 1/2 cups sliced bell peppers red, orange, yellow or a combination
  • 3/4 cup poblano pepper sliced
  • 8 ounces button mushrooms sliced
  • 1 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 teaspoons garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • lime wedges for serving optional
  • corn or flour tortillas
  • fajita fixings of your choice such as rice, beans, sour cream, salsa and guacamole

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a large pan over high heat. Add the peppers, mushrooms and onion to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and charred on the edges. Season the vegetables with salt and pepper.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, onion powder and smoked paprika over the vegetables.
  • Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Sprinkle the cilantro over the top and serve. Garnish with lime wedges if desired. Serve the tortillas and toppings on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 526mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 3506IU | Vitamin C: 146mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Jenni says

      June 7, 2022 at 5:47 am

      5 stars
      These fajitas are full of flavor! My husband didn’t think he’d like them since they are meatless but we both love them. We have them with your pinto beans recipe and some cilantro lime rice. Thanks for this healthy recipe!

      Reply
    2. Cora says

      February 11, 2022 at 10:53 am

      5 stars
      Great meatless recipe that was so tasty!

      Reply
    3. Lucy says

      December 17, 2021 at 3:17 am

      5 stars
      These vegetarian fajitas are packed full of flavour. A great alternative to meat ones!

      Reply
    4. Sharon Chen says

      December 17, 2021 at 1:44 am

      5 stars
      Yay for healthier alternatives. This looks really delicious, too!

      Reply
    5. Mandy Applegate says

      December 17, 2021 at 12:16 am

      5 stars
      Fajitas are my favorite – going to try this recipe!

      Reply
    6. Jacqueline Meldrum says

      December 17, 2021 at 12:10 am

      5 stars
      I’ve not had fajitas for ages but I do love them and these look so so good

      Reply
    7. Julie says

      December 16, 2021 at 6:37 pm

      5 stars
      We love fajitas. This vegetarian version will be perfect for a meatless Monday meal. Yum!

      Reply
    8. Amanda Wren-Grimwood says

      December 15, 2021 at 12:37 am

      5 stars
      Mushrooms and peppers go so well together and one of my favourites. My family will love this! Thanks.

      Reply
    9. Anjali says

      December 14, 2021 at 11:58 pm

      5 stars
      My family loves Mexican food too and your fajitas are one of our favorite recipes to make! It’s super flavorful, filling, and comes together pretty quickly which makes it great for busy weeknights!

      Reply
    10. Shashi at SavorySpin says

      December 14, 2021 at 9:07 pm

      Oh my goodness – I swear I can smell this from this side of my computer screen! Your veggies look mouthwatering! Simply tastebud tantalizing! I cannot wait to try this recipe out!

      Reply
    11. Cyndy says

      December 14, 2021 at 8:28 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious addition to my Meatless Monday routine. I added some red chili flakes to add some spice and it was a big hit with my family. Thanks for the inspiration today!

      Reply
    12. Sara says

      December 14, 2021 at 5:49 pm

      5 stars
      Love this recipe, great flavour and meat free meal for the whole family!

      Reply

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