Speedy fajitas

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Speedy Fajitas
South Beach diet

Description
A Mexican favorite, made super-quick since the meat's already cooked. Serve with warmed whole-wheat flour tortillas to make this Phase 1 dish a Phase 2 meal.
Serves 4

Ingredients
1 tablespoon prepared taco seasoning
10-12 ounces cooked roast beef, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1/2 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup chopped beefsteak tomatoes
1/4-1/2 cup diced red onion
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or Italian parsley leaves
1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese

Instructions
1. In medium bowl, combine taco seasoning and beef slices; toss to coat.

2. Warm 1 teaspoon of the oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add pepper slices; cook 4 minutes, until softened and lightly charred, stirring often. Add beef slices, cook to warm through, stirring.

3. Chop lettuce, tomatoes, and onion; place in large serving bowl. Toss with remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil and lime juice. Top salad with warm beef/pepper mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and cilantro. Serve immediately with tortillas.

Nutritional Information:
270 calories
11 g total fat (3.5 g sat)
70 mg cholesterol
12 g carbohydrate
28 g protein
3 g fiber
270 mg sodium