PCOS Friendly Pickled Jalapeño Black Bean Fajitas with Cilantro Slaw
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4 servings
For the fajita filling
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 large yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ⅓ cup pickled jalapeño slices, plus more for serving
For the cilantro slaw
- 2 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- 8 flour tortillas (8-inch)
Chef's tipWarm briefly before folding to improve flexibility. - ½ cup sour cream (optional)
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1/4 tsp salt. Toss well until the cabbage is evenly coated, then set aside to let the slaw soften slightly while you cook the filling.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the sliced red and yellow bell peppers and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and lightly charred at the edges, about 8–10 minutes.
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