Don’s Fajitas de Verano

Fajitas de Verano simply means summer fajitas. The history of fajitas dates back to the 1930’s and 40’s. It’s the original TexMex cowboy food. Ranch workers made fajitas from the cheapest cuts of meat which were grilled with whatever was available, and wrapped in a tortilla. Today, folks wrap almost any meat or vegetable in their fajitas.

This time of year we have lots of fajita options from the summer harvest. Tonight we’ll fold in summer squash, sweet peppers, onions and fennel. Chicken, or Chik’n Strips, will stand in for the beef. They’re served with homemade salsa and guacamole. Wahoo!

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Don’s Fajitas de Verano

Produce

garlic (if needed)

sweet onion (if needed)

red or green leaf lettuce (if needed)

1 bunch cilantro leaves

1 green bell pepper

1 red bell pepper

1 jalapeno pepper

1 Anaheim pepper

2 ripe acocados

one 6 inch zucchini 

3 Roma tomatoes

2 limes

1 orange 

Canned/Dried Foods

One 15 oz. can no-salt diced tomatoes

low sodium veggie broth (if needed)

chili powder (if needed)

ground cumin (if needed)

Frozen Foods

Plant-based Chik’n Strips (if eating meatless)

Meat/Fish/Poultry

1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (if eating meat)

Chilled Foods/Dairy

nonfat, plain yogurt (if needed)

2 oz. extra sharp cheddar cheese

whole wheat flour tortillas

quick tomato salsa (leftovers or freshly made)

Nutritional Value: Don's Fajitas de Verano

Don’s Fajitas Verano (Chicken)

Per Serving

Calories: 520

Protein: 41 g

Carbohydrates: 46 g

Total Fat: 18 g

(Saturated Fat:) 7 g

Dietary Fiber: 10 g

Cholesterol: 115 mg

Sodium: 400 mg

% calories from fat: 33.5 %

Serving Size:

Two fajitas with ½ an orange on the side.

Don’s Fajitas Verano (Meatless)

Per Serving

Calories: 530

Protein: 37 g

Carbohydrates: 51 g

Total Fat: 19 g

(Saturated Fat:) 7 g

Dietary Fiber: 13 g

Cholesterol: 30 mg

Sodium: 710 mg

% calories from fat: 35.3 %

Serving Size:

Two fajitas with ½ an orange on the side.