Seared Beef Fajitas with Bell Pepper and Lime

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

Juicy strips of seared beef tossed with sautéed bell peppers and a zesty lime dressing for a quick Latin-inspired meal. This latin american-inspired latin american ready in about 30 minutes pairs flank steak, large red bell pepper, sliced, large green bell pepper, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Ingredients

• 1 lb flank steak
• 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. Step 1: Slice 1 lb flank steak into thin strips against the grain. Season with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp ground cumin.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the beef strips and sear for 3-4 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
3. Step 3: Lower heat to medium. Add 1 tbsp olive oil to the same skillet, then add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 large sliced red bell pepper, 1 large sliced green bell pepper, and 1 medium sliced yellow onion. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are softened but still have a slight crunch.
4. Step 4: Return beef to the skillet, add 2 tbsp lime juice, and toss everything together. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until heated through.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro. Serve immediately with warm tortillas or rice.