Description
There’s nothing quite like the comforting aroma of SHEET PAN SHRIMP FAJITAS wafting through your kitchen, instantly transforming your home into a vibrant Tex-Mex fiesta. With minimal cleanup and a zesty lime crema that elevates the flavors, you’ll find yourself whipping up this deliciously healthy comfort food again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- 1/4 cup Lime Juice
- 1 tablespoon Lime Zest
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 teaspoons Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 3 cloves Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 3 Bell Peppers (red, orange, yellow, sliced)
- 1 Sweet Onion (sliced)
- 1 pound Raw, Peeled, Deveined Shrimp
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped)
- 1 Lime Wedges (for serving)
- 8 Warmed Tortillas (for serving)
- 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese (for serving)
- 1/4 cup Pickled Onions (for serving)
- 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 Lime (juiced and zested)
- 1 clove Garlic Clove (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
- Prep the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or spray it lightly with cooking spray.
- Whisk the Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, honey, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic. Whisk until well blended.
- Roast the Veggies: On your prepared baking sheet, spread the sliced bell peppers and onions. Drizzle half of the marinade over them and toss to coat. Roast for 15-20 minutes.
- Marinate the Shrimp: While your veggies are roasting, place the shrimp in a separate bowl and pour the remaining marinade over them. Toss well to coat.
- Make Lime Crema: In another bowl, whisk together plain Greek yogurt, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper. Allow to sit for at least 15 minutes.
- Add Shrimp to the Pan: Once the veggies are roasted, push them to one side of the baking sheet. Spread the marinated shrimp on the empty side. Roast for 6-8 minutes.
- Assemble Fajitas: Warm your tortillas, then fill each with roasted veggies and shrimp, drizzle with lime crema, and top with cotija cheese and pickled onions.
Notes
- Marinade Mastery: Always marinate the shrimp separately after roasting the vegetables.
- Veggie Timing: Don’t crowd the pan with shrimp and veggies.
- Watch the Clock: Keep a close eye while the shrimp roast.
- Make Ahead Magic: Prepare your veggies and marinate the shrimp in advance.
- Season Smart: Adjust the spice levels to your liking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: oven
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fajita
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: sheet pan shrimp fajitas, easy recipe, Tex-Mex, lime crema