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These sweet and spicy bell pepper fajitas are vegan and the PERFECT crowd pleaser for Cinco de Mayo or for any dinner.
Guys. I love hosting get-togethers – but even with all my cooking experience, I still get overwhelmed with what to cook for a crowd with multiple food restrictions. What I LOVE about this recipe is it checks ALL the boxes for food restrictions I commonly see. If I can get away with making one delicious recipe for a large crowd, (AND keep it healthy and flavourful) then I’m a happy camper!
I’ve teamed up with Divine Flavor – an amazing fruit and vegetable producer – who I have absolutely LOVED working with on this project. They are family-built producers of these AMAZING (seriously – like the best I’ve ever had) red bell peppers – along with some other incredible products, like table grapes, cucumbers, and more! 
This recipe is vegan (great for those who have to avoid dairy, too!), can be easily made gluten free (choosing corn over wheat fajita wraps), and is FULL of soluble fibre, vitamins, and antioxidants from all those bright bell peppers! Talk about healthy for your gut! (I can already see your bifidobacteria jumping for joy with all the fuel you’re going to give them!)
Divine Flavor is a family owned company growing beautiful produce like the organic bell peppers used in this recipe.
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Bell Pepper Fajitas
- Total Time: 25
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
Sweet and spicy vegan fajitas packed with colorful bell peppers and warm spices — a crowd-pleasing, gluten-free-adaptable weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 3 red bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- 8 flour or corn tortillas (use corn for gluten-free)
- Fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, and salsa, to serve
Instructions
- Slice all bell peppers and onion into thin, even strips about 1/4-inch wide.
- In a small bowl, combine cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet or heavy pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes until softened and beginning to color at the edges.
- Add the bell peppers and garlic. Toss to combine and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring every minute or so, until peppers are tender-crisp and lightly charred in spots.
- Sprinkle the spice blend over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly. Cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Remove from heat and squeeze lime juice over the peppers. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Warm tortillas directly over a gas flame for 20-30 seconds per side, or in a dry skillet over medium heat.
- Serve the pepper mixture in warm tortillas with fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, and salsa on the side.
Notes
- Red bell peppers are the sweetest variety — using predominantly red (as called for here) balances the heat from the spices.
- For gluten-free fajitas, swap wheat tortillas for corn tortillas. Warm them covered with a damp towel to keep them pliable.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan — peppers should char slightly, not steam. Work in two batches if your skillet is smaller than 12 inches.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat quickly in a hot skillet.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fajitas
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of bell peppers should I use for the fajitas?
For the best flavor and texture, use fresh red bell peppers, as recommended in the recipe with Divine Flavor’s produce.
Can I make the fajitas gluten-free?
Yes, simply substitute the wheat fajita wraps with corn tortillas to make the dish gluten-free.
How can I adjust the spiciness of the fajitas?
You can adjust the spiciness by adding more or fewer spices, such as chili powder or cayenne pepper, depending on your preference.
