Sautéed Onion and Sweet Pepper Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Sautéed Onion and Sweet Pepper Tacos Recipe is a simple and delicious way to enjoy a meatless meal. The combination of sweet peppers and onions creates a flavorful filling that pairs perfectly with your favorite taco toppings.

The recipe is easy to follow and can be customized with additional ingredients like avocado, cheese, or salsa to enhance the flavor of these tacos.

Easy Sautéed Onion and Sweet Pepper Tacos

These tacos feature sautéed onions and sweet peppers cooked until tender and caramelized, served in warm tortillas. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 medium sweet bell peppers (any color), thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Lime wedges (for serving)
Optional toppings: avocado, cheese, salsa

Instructions

Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Sauté the Vegetables: Add the sliced onion and sweet peppers to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften.
Add Garlic and Spices: Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
Warm the Tortillas: While the vegetables are cooking, warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave until pliable.
Assemble the Tacos: Spoon the sautéed onion and sweet pepper mixture onto each tortilla. Top with fresh cilantro and any additional toppings you prefer.
Serve: Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.