Foods I would never buy 
Foods I would never buy  is a easy Mexican recipe that serves 5. 55 calories per serving. Recipe by benjamins.kitchen on YouTube.
Prep: 5 min | Cook: 6 min | Total: 16 min
Cost: $3.30 total, $0.66 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Bell Pepper (medium, any color, sliced into thin strips)
- 1 piece Onion (medium yellow or white, sliced into thin wedges)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (neutral oil, such as canola or sunflower)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt (kosher or table salt)
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Slice the Bell Peppers
Remove the stems and seeds, then cut each bell pepper into thin strips (about 1/4‑inch wide).
Time: PT2M
Slice the Onion
Peel the onion and cut it into thin wedges or half‑moon slices, matching the width of the pepper strips.
Time: PT1M
Heat Oil
Place the skillet over medium‑high heat and add the vegetable oil. Heat until shimmering, about 30 seconds.
Time: PT1M
Temperature: Medium‑high
Sauté the Vegetables
Add the sliced peppers and onions to the hot skillet. Stir‑fry for 5‑6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender‑crisp and lightly browned.
Time: PT6M
Temperature: Medium‑high
Season
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the vegetables, toss to combine, and remove from heat.
Time: PT1M
Serve
Transfer the sautéed veggies to a serving bowl. Use immediately in fajitas, tacos, burritos, or as a side dish.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 55
- Protein
- 1 g
- Carbohydrates
- 8 g
- Fat
- 2 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten‑Free, Low‑Calorie
Allergens: None
Last updated: April 14, 2026








