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Smoky Avocado Fajitas (Meatless): A Flavorful and Satisfying Mexican Dish

Smoky Avocado Fajitas are a flavorful and satisfying meatless twist on traditional fajitas. Packed with grilled vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and creamy avocado, these fajitas are enhanced with smoky liquid smoke and fajita seasoning. Served in soft flour tortillas and topped with fresh garnishes, they make for a delicious and healthy meal that even meat lovers will enjoy.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 1 ⅓ cups water
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring (Optional)
  • 2 (1 ounce) packages fajita seasoning
  • 4 large avocados – peeled, pitted, and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges
  • 4 large bell peppers – stemmed, seeded, and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges
  • 1 extra large onion, sliced into rings and rings separated
  • 12 (6 inch) flour tortillas

Instructions

  1. Whisk water, oil, liquid smoke, and fajita seasoning together in a bowl and pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add avocados, bell pepper, and onion, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour to overnight; turn occasionally.

  2. Preheat oven to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C). Stack tortillas; wrap in aluminum foil. Place in oven to warm.

  3. Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Drain marinade from vegetable mixture; transfer to a plate. Separate avocados from onions and bell peppers.

  4. Place onions and peppers, in 1 layer, onto grill using tongs; cook until tender, 5 to 10 minutes, turning as needed. Transfer to an oven-proof pan; cover with aluminum foil. Place in the preheated oven to keep warm.

  5. Place avocados in 1 layer onto grill; cook, turning once, until browned, about 5 minutes.

  6. Fill tortillas with avocado and onion mixture; roll or fold tortilla around filling.

  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 341 per serving