Spicy Bean Fajitas with Avocado

Delicious and simple to throw together, this recipe will show you how easy it is for anyone to be an at-home master chef. Protein-filled beans, creamy avocado, and the spiciness of a jalapeno all wrapped up in a whole grain tortilla make for one feisty fajita! Makes 1 medium serving.
Ingredients:
·         A little purified water for ‘frying’
·         ¼ onion, sliced lengthwise
·         1 garlic clove, minced or diced finely
·         ½ can pinto or black beans, rinsed (or) 2/3 cup precooked
·         ¼ tsp cumin
·         ¼ tsp paprika
·         ¼ tsp chili powder
·         ½ tomato, diced
·         ¼ avocado, sliced
·         ½ jalapeno, diced finely – remove seeds for less heat
·         ½ lime
·         2 regular-sized whole wheat or gluten free tortillas – or 1 large 10-inch
·         Sea salt and pepper to taste
 
Method:
1.    Add a few tablespoons of water a pan and bring up to medium-low heat (4-5).  
2.    Add the onion and sweat for 5-10 minutes, or until they become slightly translucent.
3.    Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring frequently. Remove from heat.
4.    In a separate saucepan, roughly mash the beans with a fork and heat over medium.
5.    Stir in the spices with the beans until both of the ingredients are evenly mixed together and warm throughout. If needed, add a dash of water to prevent the beans from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
6.    Warm the tortillas on a cookie sheet in the oven (at lowest temperature 170F) for about 2-3 minutes.
7.    Spread the bean mixture evenly on each tortilla and top with the onion/garlic mixture.
8.    Garnish with diced jalapenos, tomato, avocado, lime juice, salt and pepper for some extra flavor.

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