Name: Vegan Fajitas with Tempeh
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 large red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced into thick strips; ½ medium yellow onion, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic; Sea salt, to taste; 1 (8-ounce) package of tempeh, thinly sliced into strips; ¼ cup filtered water; 1 (1-ounce) package high-quality fajita seasoning blend (ensure vegan-friendly)

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Vegan Fajitas with Tempeh

Jul 20, 2025
by Abbey Balistreri
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PREP TIME

15 mins
COOK TIME

20 mins
TOTAL TIME

35 mins
SERVING

4 People
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Ignite your senses with these vibrant Vegan Fajitas with Tempeh! A symphony of smoky tempeh, crisp peppers, and zesty spices, all brought together in a sizzling skillet. This plant-based masterpiece is a weeknight wonder that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Ingridients

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3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 large red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced into thick strips

½ medium yellow onion, thinly sliced

1 teaspoon finely minced garlic

Sea salt, to taste

1 (8-ounce) package of tempeh, thinly sliced into strips

¼ cup filtered water

1 (1-ounce) package high-quality fajita seasoning blend (ensure vegan-friendly)

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

14 g
Fiber

1 g
Protein

11 g
Saturated Fat

3 g
Sodium

542 mg
Sugar

2 g
Fat

16 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

7 mins

In a large cast-iron skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. (2 minutes)

02

Step

5 mins

Add the sliced red pepper, onion, garlic, and a generous pinch of sea salt to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender-crisp and fragrant, approximately. (5-7 minutes)

03

Step

15 mins

In a shallow bowl, combine the tempeh slices, water, and fajita seasoning. Toss gently to ensure the tempeh is evenly coated.

04

Step

Add the seasoned tempeh to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir well to combine. (2 minutes)

05

Step

Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the tempeh has absorbed the flavors and is slightly browned and caramelized. (12-15 minutes)

06

Step

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Reduce heat to low to keep warm until ready to serve.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider marinating the tempeh in the fajita seasoning mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Serve these Vegan Fajitas with Tempeh in warm tortillas, with your favorite toppings such as salsa, guacamole, vegan sour cream, or cilantro.
To add some heat, include a pinch of cayenne pepper or a finely chopped jalapeño to the skillet along with the other vegetables.
Experiment with different colored bell peppers for a more visually appealing dish.

Abbey Balistreri

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