Vegan Fajitas with Tempeh

Instead of the usual chicken or beef, these vegan fajitas are made with tempeh, soy-based protein that absorbs flavors really well.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 231 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup water
• salt to taste
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• ½ medium onion, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into thick slices
• 1 (8 ounce) package tempeh, sliced
• 1 (1 ounce) package fajita seasoning (such as McCormick®)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add red pepper, onion, garlic, and salt. Cook and stir until fragrant, 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, mix tempeh, water, and fajita seasoning together in a shallow bowl.

Step 3

Add seasoned tempeh to the skillet. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring often, until tempeh absorbs flavors, about 15 minutes. Reduce heat to low and keep warm until ready to serve.