Fajita-Style Pepper and Onion Stir-Fry with Lime and Cilantro
Fajita Vegetable Stir-Fry delivers tender bell peppers and onions with a bright lime finish and fragrant cilantro—light, vibrant, and vegetarian with Tex-Mex flair. Expect smoky cumin, gentle heat from chili powder, and a juicy, pepper-forward bite that’s ideal for weeknights. Versatile for tacos, burrito bowls, salads, quesadillas, or as a colorful side to grilled proteins. Select this recipe in your easyChef Pro App for personalized recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list that finds the lowest cost per serving. Plan, shop, and follow step-by-step guides—make Fajita Vegetable Stir-Fry tonight!
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Fajita-Style Pepper and Onion Stir-Fry with Lime and Cilantro, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 62 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 41
- Heart Health
- 68
- Metabolic
- 16
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 22
- Performance
- 46
- General Wellness
- 1
Melt 2 tbsp of Melted Butter Spread in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, then add 2 medium of Sliced Bell Pepper(s) and 1 medium of Sliced Onion(s); cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly golden, about 8 minutes.
- 2
Stir in 1 cloves of Minced [ingredient:b45b4bcf-76b1-459b-9360-81a88db896d0], 0.5 tsp of [ingredient:db01409c-611a-4cbe-b5b3-5e957b27de91], and 0.25 tsp of [ingredient:adf384c1-db61-47ba-bba2-d8136a527727]; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes to bloom the spices and gently toast the aromatics.
- 3
Remove the skillet from the heat, then stir in 1 tbsp of [ingredient:d89bd54c-163f-407a-8ccb-b5165747e75e] and 1 tbsp of Chopped [ingredient:3d75f072-d992-487e-a7a4-f7c75226df53] to finish and brighten the vegetables.
- Calories 83.0 kcal Low Source 4%
- Protein 1.18 g Low Source 2%
- Carbohydrate 7.69 g 3%
- Total Fat 5.79 g Moderate 7%
- Saturated Fat 1.95 g Moderate 10%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 7.28 mg Low Source 2%
- Sodium 43.89 mg Low Source 2%
- Dietary Fiber 1.24 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 0.08 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 21.47 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 0.72 mg Low Source 4%
- Potassium 65.18 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 41.95 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 88.11 mg Good Source 98%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Fajita Style Pepper and Onion Stir Fry with Lime and Cilantro is a Tex Mex side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bell Pepper, Butter Oil Blend Spread, Chili Powder, and Fresh Cilantro. Each serving provides about 83.0 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Fajita-Style Pepper and Onion Stir-Fry with Lime and Cilantro?
- It is a Tex-Mex stir fry recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Fajita-Style Pepper and Onion Stir-Fry with Lime and Cilantro made of?
- The main ingredients are Bell Pepper, Butter-Oil Blend Spread, Chili Powder, Fresh Cilantro, Garlic. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Fajita-Style Pepper and Onion Stir-Fry with Lime and Cilantro?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 83.0 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Fajita-Style Pepper and Onion Stir-Fry with Lime and Cilantro easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Fajita-Style Pepper and Onion Stir-Fry with Lime and Cilantro healthy?
- Fajita-Style Pepper and Onion Stir-Fry with Lime and Cilantro has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 83.0 calories and 1.18 g of protein, or 2% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 1.95 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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