Vibrant Veggie Fajitas with Monterey Jack Cheese

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Vibrant Veggie Fajitas with Monterey Jack Cheese elevate your weeknight dinners with a colorful and satisfying vegetarian dish that brings the essence of Mexican cuisine to your table. Bursting with fresh vegetables and topped with gooey Monterey Jack cheese, these fajitas are perfect for anyone seeking a quick and delicious meal.

Ideal for vegetarians, this recipe is gluten and dairy-friendly, making it a versatile option for various dietary needs. The combination of sautéed peppers, onions, and squash creates a delightful flavor profile, perfect for wrapping in warm tortillas or serving with your favorite salsa.

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Overview

These Zesty Vegetable Fajitas are a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for a quick weekday meal. Packed with colorful vegetables and topped with Monterey Jack cheese, these fajitas are sure to please both vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. Add a touch of heat with jalapeño peppers or your favorite hot salsa for an extra kick.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten, Dairy

Cuisine

Mexican

Serving Size: 4

Cooking Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

• 8 Inch (in) flour tortillas
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) vegetable oil
• 1 Red onion, sliced
• 1 Green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 Red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) garlic, minced
• 1 Yellow squash, sliced
• 0.5 Cups salsa
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) cumin, ground
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 1 Cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 0.25 Cup cilantro, torn

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Wrap the flour tortillas in aluminum foil and place them in the oven. Bake for 15 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
2. In a 10-inch skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced red onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and minced garlic. Stir to coat the vegetables with oil.
3. Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to medium, and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Add the sliced yellow squash to the skillet. Stir in the salsa, ground cumin, and salt. Cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Spoon the vegetable mixture evenly down the centers of the warm tortillas. Sprinkle with shredded Monterey Jack cheese and torn fresh cilantro.
6. Roll up the tortillas and serve immediately. Enjoy your zesty vegetable fajitas!

Enjoy your homemade Vibrant Veggie Fajitas with Monterey Jack Cheese!