Vegetarian Flavorful Fajita Salad
Bright, bold, and bursting with flavor, this Vegetarian Flavorful Fajita Salad is a vibrant twist on classic fajitas. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, it features roasted tri-color bell peppers and red onion, seasoned with zesty fajita spices, and layered atop a crisp bed of romaine lettuce. Protein-packed black beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a spritz of fresh lime bring a refreshing balance to every bite. Topped with fresh cilantro and optional Cotija cheese, this easy 35-minute recipe is big on Tex-Mex flavor while being nourishing and completely plant-based. Whether you're prepping a weeknight dinner or a potluck side, this vegetarian fajita salad is a crowd-pleaser that's as healthy as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Red bell pepper
- 1 whole Yellow bell pepper
- 1 whole Green bell pepper
- 1 medium Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fajita seasoning
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 15 ounces Canned black beans
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 whole Lime
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Cotija cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the red, yellow, and green bell peppers into thin strips. Peel and slice the red onion into thin wedges.
Place the sliced peppers and red onion on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with fajita seasoning. Toss to ensure even coating.
Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until they are tender and slightly charred.
While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the salad base. Wash and chop the romaine lettuce and place it in a large salad bowl.
Rinse and drain the canned black beans. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Add both to the salad bowl.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and slice it. Add to the salad bowl.
Chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the salad.
Once the veggies are roasted, let them cool slightly, then add them to the salad.
For the dressing, juice the lime over the salad. Season with salt and black pepper.
Toss everything gently to combine. If desired, sprinkle with Cotija cheese for extra flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegetarian Flavorful Fajita Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1692 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 81.1 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.4 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 4088 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 198.2 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 77.4 g | 276% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.4 g | ||
| Protein | 72.8 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 996 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 5695 mg | 121% | |
*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.
