Shrimp Fajitas Recipe
Delicious and easy-to-make shrimp fajitas bursting with flavors of Mexican spices and fresh veggies, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican, Tex Mex
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 3 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, divided
For the Fajitas:
- 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
For Serving (Optional):
- 8 tortillas, corn or flour
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- 1 avocado, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a large bowl, combine shrimp with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and fajita seasoning. Set aside.
- Cook Veggies: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet, sauté bell peppers and onions for 10-12 minutes.
- Cook Shrimp: Add marinated shrimp to the skillet, cook for 2 minutes per side.
- Combine: Add lime juice, mix in peppers and onions. Serve in tortillas with cilantro and avocado.
Notes
- Ensure shrimp is fully thawed if frozen before marinating.
- You can grill the shrimp and veggies for a smoky flavor.
- Recipe is gluten-free when served with corn tortillas and homemade seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 358 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 601mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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