Seitan and Veggie Fajitas
These Seitan and Veggie Fajitas are a flavorful, high-protein vegan meal perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Packed with seasoned seitan and fresh veggies, all wrapped in warm whole grain tortillas, they’re a delicious and satisfying way to enjoy plant-based goodness!
Servings: 2
Calories: 375kcal
Cost: $8
Ingredients
For the Seitan (if making)
- 1 cup vital wheat gluten 120 g
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast 15 g
- 1 tsp garlic powder 3 g
- 1 tsp onion powder 3 g
- 1 tsp smoked paprika 2 g
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth 120 ml
- 1/4 cup soy sauce 60 ml
- 1 tbsp olive oil 15 ml
For the Fajitas
- 1 cup seitan sliced (homemade or store-bought) (150 g)
- 1 medium bell pepper sliced (120 g)
- 1 medium onion sliced (150 g)
- 1 medium zucchini sliced (200 g)
- 1 tbsp olive oil 15 ml
- 1 tbsp fajita seasoning 8 g
- 4 whole grain tortillas 200 g total
Instructions
If Making the Seitan:
- In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of vital wheat gluten, 3 tbsp of nutritional yeast, 1 tsp of garlic powder, 1 tsp of onion powder, and 1 tsp of smoked paprika.1 cup vital wheat gluten, 3 tbsp nutritional yeast, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of vegetable broth, 1/4 cup of soy sauce, and 1 tbsp of olive oil.1/2 cup vegetable broth, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp olive oil
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 2-3 minutes until it’s firm and stretchy.
- Shape the dough into a log and wrap it tightly in aluminum foil.
- Steam the wrapped dough for 30-40 minutes, until it’s firm to the touch.
- Let the seitan cool, then slice into pieces. Use 1 cup for the fajitas and save the rest for later.
Prepare the Fajitas:
- Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.1 tbsp olive oil
- Add the sliced seitan, 1 bell pepper (sliced), 1 onion (sliced), and 1 zucchini (sliced) to the skillet. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp of fajita seasoning.1 cup seitan, 1 medium bell pepper, 1 medium onion, 1 medium zucchini, 1 tbsp fajita seasoning
- Cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the seitan is heated through.
- Warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave.4 whole grain tortillas
- Divide the seitan and veggie mixture among the tortillas.
Notes
- Variations: Add sliced mushrooms or cherry tomatoes for additional flavor and texture.
- Enhancing Flavor: Serve with fresh lime wedges, avocado slices, or a dollop of vegan sour cream.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with a side of salsa and a simple green salad for a complete meal.
- Note: This recipe makes more seitan than needed for the fajitas. The leftover seitan can be used in other recipes such as Seitan Stir Fry, Vegan Jerky, or Seitan Strips.
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fat: 10g