Vegetarian Mexican Stir Fry
Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Vegetarian Mexican Stir Fry is a quick and healthy meal perfect for busy weeknights. Made with fresh veggies like bell peppers, zucchini, and corn, and protein-packed black beans, this dish is seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika, delivering the essence of Mexican cuisine in every bite. Finished with a zesty splash of lime juice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this stir fry is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it on its own, wrap it in warm tortillas, or pair it with rice for a hearty dinner. Ready in just 25 minutes, this vegetarian recipe is both nutritious and satisfying, and easily customizable with optional toppings like avocado or queso fresco to suit your personal cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, sliced Red bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced Green bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced Yellow onion
- 1 medium, diced Zucchini
- 1 cup Corn kernels
- 1 cup, cooked or canned (drained and rinsed) Black beans
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1.5 teaspoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
- Optional toppings (avocado, queso fresco, etc.)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the sliced red and green bell peppers, yellow onion, and zucchini. Stir fry the vegetables for 5-7 minutes until they soften and begin to caramelize slightly.
Stir in the corn kernels, black beans, and minced garlic. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Sprinkle the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables. Mix well to ensure the spices coat everything evenly and cook for another minute.
Drizzle fresh lime juice over the stir fry and toss to combine.
Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Serve the stir fry hot as is, or pair it with rice, tortillas, or your favorite toppings like diced avocado or crumbled queso fresco.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
849 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1669 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.8 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.7 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 24.8 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 229 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2044 mg | 43% | |
*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.
