Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Fajitas Recipe
Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Fajitas are a vibrant and healthy twist on the classic fajita, featuring tender roasted sweet potatoes and colorful bell peppers seasoned with a flavorful fajita spice blend. This easy, vegetarian-friendly dish is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or casual gathering, served warm in soft tortillas with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into thin strips
- 2 bell peppers (red and green), sliced into thin strips
Spices
- 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning (typically a blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
To Serve
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into thin, even strips. Slice the bell peppers into similar-sized strips to ensure even cooking.
- Toss with spices: In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes and bell peppers. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle the fajita seasoning evenly over the vegetables. Toss well to coat all pieces thoroughly.
- Roast the vegetables: Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized around the edges.
- Warm the tortillas: While the vegetables are roasting, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side or wrap them in foil and heat in the oven for 5 minutes.
- Assemble the fajitas: Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven. Scoop generous portions into each warm tortilla. Add optional toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, cheese, or cilantro if desired.
- Serve immediately: Fold the tortillas over the filling and enjoy your colorful, flavorful oven-baked sweet potato fajitas!
Notes
- You can customize the fajita seasoning according to your spice preference by adjusting the chili powder or adding cayenne pepper.
- For a gluten-free option, use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.
- Leftover fajita filling can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated.
- Add black beans or grilled chicken for extra protein if desired.
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