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Vegan Tempeh Fajitas

These keto vegan tempeh fajitas are a healthy and satisfying meal that is perfect for any time of day.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Marinade overnight1 day
Total Time1 day 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Vegan
Diet: Vegan
Keyword: tempeh recipes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 265kcal

Ingredients

Marinade

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons tamari sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Filling

  • 8 oz tempeh
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper cut into strips

Assembly

  • 4 flaxseed tortillas

Instructions

Marinade the Tempeh

  • In a large bowl add the marinade ingredients and mix well.
  • Cut the tempeh into slices and add to the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap or place in an airtight container and keep in the fridge overnight or at least 8 hours,

Cook

  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and peppers to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
  • Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the sliced tempeh to the other side. Cook the tempeh for 2-3 minutes on each side until it is golden brown and crispy.
  • Reduce the heat to low and let the filling cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Assembly

  • Spoon the tempeh filling onto each tortilla and top with your desired toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, and/or hot sauce. Add a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for an extra burst of flavor.
  • Fold the tortillas in half and enjoy!

Notes

This recipe makes 4-6 fajitas, depending on the size of your tortillas. You can easily adjust the recipe to make more or fewer servings, depending on your needs.
The nutritional information does not include the tortillas.
Any nutritional analysis on the website is based on an estimate, calculated by Spoonacular from the individual ingredients in each recipe. Variations may occur for various reasons, including product availability and food preparation. We make no representation or warranty of the accuracy of this information.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 23g | Fiber: 2g | Net Carbohydrates: 9g