Fajita Veggies (Chipotle Copycat)

Spice up your evening with Fajita Veggies—a flavorful, reliable Chipotle copycat that fills your kitchen with the tantalizing aroma of sizzling onions, peppers, and mushrooms.

Have you ever opened your Chipotle app and taken a peek at how much you’ve spent at the fast-casual chain this year? I recently did, and I nearly fainted. I love Chipotle, but it can get expensive. I became determined to figure out a copycat recipe for their beloved fajita veggies so that I could recreate my go-to burrito bowl order at home. It took a while (and maybe a few burnt onions) to get it right, especially figuring out the perfect blend of spices to make it taste just like Chipotle. I can’t wait for you to try this mix of perfectly charred, sizzling red onions, colorful bell peppers, and hearty portobello mushrooms.

“Okay, great,” you might be thinking, “Now I know the secret of Chipotle veggies. But what about all the other components of my go-to order?” Not to worry! We have you covered with a selection of incredibly delicious copycat recipes in the serving suggestions below. No need to line up at the counter, and no need to awkwardly list out every protein and ingredient you want for the employee making orders. Lastly, when it comes to tortillas, your favorite brand of flour tortillas will do nicely, unless you want to try making your own! We have some suggestions for that below, too.

Are Fajita Veggies Healthy?

Yes! This simple dish just consists of olive oil, veggies, and seasoning. If you’re watching your sodium intake, I recommend using as little salt as possible and letting the oregano, cumin, and paprika do the heavy lifting. By the way, these three spices are a source of with antioxidants. But let’s get back to those veggies for a moment. Portobello mushrooms are a great source of B vitamins, phosphorus, selenium, and potassium. Bell pepper provides vitamins A and C plus fiber. Lastly, onions provide vitamin C and potassium. In terms of sautéing, we’re using the healthiest oil possible: olive oil has more nutrients and is less processed than vegetable oil.

What Can I Add To This Dish?

If I want to add additional veggies, I like to toss in some zucchini or carrots, or even some broccoli. Slice the zucchini into coins, cut the broccoli into florets, and grate the carrots or slice them into thin coins. For more spices, I recommend chili flakes, garlic powder, and coriander. You can also use minced fresh garlic. By the way, if you overdo it on the chili flakes and need to temper the heat of your dish, serve it with some sour cream or Greek yogurt. If you’re not a huge fan of beans in your burrito bowl and want another protein instead, you can add cooked chicken, beef strips, or tofu to the griddle pan with your fajita veggies.

Serving Suggestions

If you’re making a traditional burrito or burrito bowl, you’ll need guacamole, of course. Want to make it a real Chipotle experience? Don’t forget the salsa, cilantro-lime rice, pinto beans, and a protein of choice, like sofritas. Want to make your own tortillas? Try these Keto Tortillas or Gluten-Free Tortillas. For a Mexican dessert you’ve probably never tried before, whip up these fruit bowls, aka Bionicos!

If you’re gluten-free, wrap these fajita veggies plus your choice of protein up in Egg-White Wraps for a satisfying lunch or dinner. Other super-healthy accompaniments include Keto Mexican Cauliflower Rice or Delicious One-Pan Mexican Quinoa, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro.

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