How to Make Shrimp Fajitas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp fajitas are a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. The combination of tender, juicy shrimp, vibrant bell peppers, and onions all sautéed together with a blend of aromatic spices creates a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Whether you're looking for a healthy and delicious dish to add to your weekly meal rotation, or you want to impress your guests with a stunning Mexican-inspired meal, these shrimp fajitas are ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 pound medium shrimp - peeled, deveined, and tails removed
  • 1 nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 (8 ounce) package fajita-size flour tortillas, warmed

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Whisk chili powder, olive oil, lime juice, and garlic salt together in a medium bowl. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  • While shrimp marinates, heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Spray with cooking spray. Add bell peppers and onion; saute until tender, 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cover with foil to keep warm.
  • Pour shrimp and the marinade into the same skillet. Cook shrimp until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Serve shrimp, onion, and peppers in flour tortillas.
  • Nutrition

    331 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 173mg
    • Sodium: 1035mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 99mg
    • Calcium: 126mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 460mg