Fajitas are a great weeknight dinner. They’re quick, easy, fun to eat, and full of flavor!
On the Ingredients
- Avocados are a large fruit from an evergreen tree native to the Americas. They were first cultivated in Mesoamerica more than 5,000 years ago. They’re known for their creamy texture and mildly nutty flavor. Avocados are nutrient-dense and a great source of healthy fats. They’re also high in fiber, which makes them great for gut health. Avocados are a good option for pregnant people as they are packed with good nutrients, particularly folate, which is required more during pregnancy. (Read more about the health benefits.)
Beef Fajitas
Servings
2-3
servingsPrep time
15
minutesCooking time
15
minutesTotal time
30
minutesFajitas are a great weeknight dinner. They’re quick, easy, fun to eat, and full of flavor!
Ingredients
2 tsp olive oil
1 yellow onion (sliced)
1/2 a red onion (sliced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 lb fajita strips OR stew beef
1 red bell pepper (sliced)
1/2 an orange bell pepper
1 lime or 3 limequats
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 large tomato
2 ripe avocados
1 cup sour cream
2 packages of small corn, flour, or almond tortillas
cheddar cheese (grated)
salsa to serve
Directions
- Heat a cast-iron skillet or frying pan over medium-low heat and add the olive oil, onions, and garlic. Saute for a few minutes, then add the stew beef. Continue to cook until the meat is browned, stirring frequently.
- Add the bell pepper and spices—salt and pepper to taste. Continue to sauté until the meat is cooked through. Remove from the heat.
- Slice the tomato. Mash the avocado with a tbsp of the sour cream (use the remaining sour cream to serve) and season with salt, pepper, a pinch of smoked paprika, and a squeeze of lime.
- Squeeze the rest of the lime over the meat and vegetables. Serve with salsa and tortillas.
