SWEET POTATO FAJITAS

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If you're having a vegetarian over to dinner or just want to try something new, these fajitas are perfect. Sweet potatoes are a great substitution for chicken and beef. We loved the texture and flavor of the potatoes with their crispy edges against the melty cheese and the sliced peppers and onions. Add some salsa and cool sour...

Provided by April McIver

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 c peeled and diced sweet potato
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 tsp fajita seasoning
2 tsp olive oil
2 large bell peppers, sliced
1 small onion, sliced vertically into strips
corn tortillas
fat-free sour cream or plain yogurt
avocado, diced
chopped fresh cilantro
salsa

Steps:

  • 1. Toss sweet potato cubes with 1 Tbsp olive oil and 2 tsp fajita seasoning to coat.
  • 2. Spread on a baking sheet and bake at 350 for 45 minutes.
  • 3. Meanwhile, cut your bell pepper and onion and prepare your tortillas.
  • 4. When the potatoes are almost done heat 2 tsp oil in a large cast iron or another type of heavy skillet over medium high until it just starts to smoke. Add bell pepper and onion.
  • 5. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring very frequently, until done through with nice browned spots. How done is up to you.
  • 6. You can serve your fajitas as separate ingredients to be assembled or put them together like tacos. A tortilla, some potatoes, some bell pepper and onion, and any toppings you'd like.

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