Delicata squash fajitas with tomato salsa and queso fresco

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Delicata squash fajitas with tomato salsa and queso fresco

Delicata squash fajitas with tomato salsa and queso fresco

Soy-Free, Vegetarian

2 Servings, 610 Calories/Serving

20 Minutes

Looking for the season’s finest flavors? You’ve found them. These colorful fajitas are filled with sweet delicata squash, onion, and bell pepper, then topped with a citrusy tomato salsa and other fresh fixings. 

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1 bag serves 2 (2 bags serve 4)
Sunbasket is proud to source the organic ingredients indicated below. On the rare occasion we are unable to meet our organic promise, we'll put a note in your bag.
  • 1 organic delicata squash
  • 1 organic red onion
  • 1 organic red or other bell pepper
  • ¼ pound organic grape or cherry tomatoes
  • 1 organic lime
  • 4 or 5 sprigs organic fresh cilantro
  • 3 ounces queso fresco
  • 6 Mi Rancho Artisan tortillas

Nutrition per serving

Calories 610, Total Fat 22g (28% DV), Sat. Fat 7g (35% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 30mg (10% DV), Sodium 960mg (42% DV), Total Carb. 84g (31% DV), Fiber 15g (54% DV), Total Sugars 12g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 23g
Contains: Milk, Wheat

Sodium does not include pantry salt; for reference, ⅛; teaspoon kosher salt per serving averages 240mg (10% DV). Not a significant source of trans fat. Packed in a facility that handles all major food allergens* and gluten.

*Milk, Eggs, Fish, Crustacean Shellfish, Tree Nuts, Peanuts, Wheat, Soybeans, Sesame.

Instructions

2-serving instructions (4-serving modifications in red)

Wash produce before use

1

Prep and cook the vegetables

  • Trim the ends from the delicata squash. Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon, then cut each half crosswise into ¼-inch-thick half-moons. 
  • Peel the onion and cut in half lengthwise, then crosswise into ¼-inch-thick slices.
  • Remove the stem, ribs, and seeds from the bell pepper; cut the pepper into ¼-inch-wide strips. 

In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, warm 1 to 2 tablespoons oil until hot but not smoking. Add the squash and cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to soften, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the onion, bell pepper, and ¼ cup [½ cup] water, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are just tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate and season to taste with salt and pepper. Wipe out the pan if using to heat the tortillas. While the vegetables are cooking, start preparing the rest of the meal.

2

Make the tomato salsa; prep the garnishes

  • Cut the tomatoes in half. 
  • Juice half the lime; cut the remaining half into wedges for garnish. [Juice 1 lime; cut the remaining lime into wedges.]
  • Coarsely chop the cilantro; set aside half for garnish. 
  • Crumble the queso fresco if needed; set aside for garnish.

In a medium bowl, stir together the tomatoes, lime juice, half the cilantro, and 1 to 2 teaspoons oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. 

3

Warm the tortillas

On the stovetop directly over a flame, or in the same pan used for the vegetables over medium heat, warm the tortillas, turning once, until just pliable and warmed through, about 30 seconds per side. Transfer to a clean kitchen towel, cover, and keep warm.

Serve

Set out the tortillas, vegetables, tomato salsa, lime wedges, queso fresco, and remaining cilantro. Invite everyone to assemble their own fajitas.

Kids Can!
  • Scoop out the squash seeds.
  • Juice the lime.
  • Stir the tomato salsa. 
  • Help set out the fajita fixings.