Best Sheet-Pan Vegan Tofu Fajitas

​Vegan Fajitas Ingredients 

• Extra firm tofu - A versatile and protein-rich plant-based staple, is made from coagulated soy milk and is prized for its ability to absorb flavors. 
• Peppers -  Use red and green for a mix of flavors. If not available use any color you can find. 
• Red onion - Sweeter than white onion (but you can use white as well).
• Tortillas - Look for ones with the fewest ingredients possible (and no added sugar). The nutritional profile for wholewheat is also better than from plain white flour tortillas. You can also use corn tortillas
• Homemade fajita seasoning - I used to buy this and I just realized how easy it is to make your own – smoked paprika, ground coriander, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, olive oil and fresh lime juice. No preservatives or nasty stuff. 
• Salsa - We provide a simple homemade salsa recipe below. You can use store-bought but if serving this to children, babies and toddlers I would recommend homemade as it has less salt and no preservatives etc. 
• Homemade guacamole - like the salsa recipe it takes only 5 minutes to whip up and you have a delicious guacamole without any preservatives or nasty stuff
• Vegan cheese - you want to top the fajitas with grated vegan mozarella or any grateable vegan cheese

How to Make Sheet Pan Vegan Fajitas

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C / 360°F.
2. Cut the tofu into long strips, about 1 inch thick (if you want crispier tofu coat it in 1 tablespoon of cornstarch)
3. Slice the peppers and onions into slivers.
4. Place the tofu and the vegetables in a large bowl and season with the fajita seasoning.
5. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes.
6. Make the salsa by chopping up all the ingredients into small pieces and mixing them thoroughly.
7. Make the guacamole be peeling the avocado, chopping all the ingredients and mixing them thoroughly.
8. Once finished remove the tofu and fajita vegetables from the oven.
9. While the oven is still hot place the tortillas in the oven to warm up for a couple minutes. 
10. Once tortillas are hot, on each tortilla add a bit of salsa, guacamole, vegan sour cream, peppers, onion, tofu, top with some vegan cheese, fresh cilantro and roll into a fajita and serve next to some fresh lime wedges. 

Variations

The versatility of this vegan fajitas recipe allows you to customize it to suit your dietary preferences.

• The same vegan fajita seasoning can be used for seitan, vegan chicken substitutes or chicken itself
• Try using black beans or refried beans as a protein alternative
• Explore gluten-free tortillas for a gluten-sensitive option
• Explore some high protein lentil wraps or keto-friendly spinach wraps
• For an extra kick, consider adding chipotle powder to the fajita seasoning 

Storage Instructions

• Allow them to cool before transferring them to an airtight container.
• Refrigerate for up to 3-4 days
• For longer storage, consider freezing the tofu and fajita vegetables in meal prep containers
• Reheat in a skillet or microwave for a quick and convenient meal.

How to serve fajitas to babies and kids? 

• Baby-led Weaning Notes
  • The peppers need to be peeled and then steamed to get them soft enough for babies to chew on so leave some of these aside from the roasting tin
  • Use as much or as little spicing as you feel comfortable with
  • Avoid using salt 
  • Cut peppers into ½ inch long sticks or into quarters so they are easier to hold. Tofu can also be served the size of two adult fingers together – this is easier for them to hold and they will most likely suck on it. Cheese can be offered grated. Serve soft tortillas once you are comfortable that your baby can eat them. Salsa can be used as a dip for the tofu or peppers. 
• 9 months + or whenever ready
  • Serve tofu, onion and peppers cut into tiny pieces (size of pinky fingernail). Grate the cheese and serve with soft warm tortillas. Salsa can be used as a dip.
• Toddlers
  • Serve the same way as you would for parents. Toddlers may want this deconstructed if they are picky, may not want certain ingredients or will have it just like you!

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