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Easy Healthy Shrimp Fajitas - Quick, Fresh, and Full of Flavor

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium or large)
  • 3 bell peppers (any colors), thinly sliced
  • 1 large yellow or red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lime, zest and juice
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Optional toppings: avocado slices, Greek yogurt or light sour cream, pico de gallo, hot sauce

Method
 

  1. Prep the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Dry shrimp sear better and don’t steam in the pan.
  2. Make the spice blend: In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne (if using), oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Season the shrimp: In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with 1 tablespoon olive oil, half of the spice blend, and the minced garlic. Add the lime zest and half the lime juice. Let it sit while you cook the veggies.
  4. Cook the peppers and onions: Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced peppers and onions with a pinch of salt. Cook 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender with some charred edges. Sprinkle on the remaining spice blend and toss for 30 seconds. Transfer veggies to a plate.
  5. Cook the shrimp: Return the skillet to medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook 1–2 minutes per side until opaque and lightly browned. Do not overcook.
  6. Combine and finish: Add the peppers and onions back to the pan. Squeeze in the remaining lime juice. Toss to coat and taste for seasoning. Add more salt or a splash of hot sauce if you like.
  7. Warm the tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet for 10–20 seconds per side or wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20–30 seconds until pliable.
  8. Serve: Fill tortillas with shrimp and veggies. Top with cilantro, avocado, and a spoon of Greek yogurt or your favorite salsa.