Rainbow Veggie Chickpea Fajitas (Printer Friendly)

Roasted bell peppers and chickpeas paired with a creamy guac yogurt drizzle for a lively meal.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables & Chickpeas

01 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
02 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 green bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 large red onion, sliced
05 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Fajita Seasoning

09 - 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
12 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
13 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
14 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional for extra heat
15 - 1 teaspoon salt
16 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Guac Yogurt Drizzle

17 - 1 ripe avocado
18 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
19 - Juice of 1 lime
20 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
21 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
22 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ To Serve

23 - 8 small flour or corn tortillas, gluten-free if needed
24 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
25 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, combine sliced peppers, onion, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and chickpeas with olive oil and all fajita seasoning ingredients. Toss until evenly coated.
03 - Spread seasoned vegetable and chickpea mixture in an even layer on the prepared sheet pan.
04 - Roast for 22 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until vegetables are tender and beginning to caramelize.
05 - While vegetables roast, mash avocado in a small bowl. Stir in Greek yogurt, lime juice, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and salt until smooth and creamy.
06 - Warm tortillas according to package instructions.
07 - Fill each tortilla with roasted vegetables and chickpeas. Drizzle generously with guac yogurt sauce. Top with fresh cilantro and additional lime juice if desired.

# Pro Advice:

01 -
  • A vibrant, plant-based twist on classic fajitas that is both nutritious and filling.
  • Convenient sheet pan preparation makes for minimal cleanup after cooking.
  • Loaded with high-fiber ingredients like chickpeas, peppers, and zucchini.
  • The creamy guacamole yogurt drizzle adds a zesty, fresh finish to every bite.
02 -
  • Ensure the vegetables are spread in a single layer to allow them to roast and caramelize rather than steam.
  • Mash the avocado very finely before adding the yogurt to achieve the smoothest texture for the drizzle.
  • Don't skip lining the pan with parchment paper or foil; it makes cleaning up after dinner a breeze.
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