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Loaded Pork Fajita Bowls

Loaded Pork Fajita Bowls

with Rice, Roasted Veggies and Cheddar Cheese
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Calories
810 kcal
Protein
52g protein
Total
30 minutes
Difficulty
Medium
Allergens:
  • Milk
  • Sesame
  • Triticale
  • Peanuts
  • Tree nuts
  • Wheat
  • Mustard
  • Sulphites
  • Milk
  • Soy
  • May contain traces of allergens
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
Serving amount

340 g

Pork Chops, boneless

¾ cup

Basmati Rice

1 unit(s)

Sweet Bell Pepper

1 unit(s)

Zucchini

7 g

Cilantro

1 unit(s)

Red Onion

1 unit(s)

Tomato

2 tbsp

Mexican Seasoning

(May be present: Sesame, Triticale, Peanuts, Tree nuts, Wheat, Mustard, Sulphites, Milk, Soy)

¼ cup

Cheddar Cheese, shredded

(Contains: Milk)

1 unit(s)

Lime

Not included in your delivery

1 tbsp

Unsalted Butter*

(Contains: Milk)

2 tbsp

Oil*

0.13 tsp

Salt*

0.13 tsp

Pepper*

¼ tsp

Sugar*

Calories810 kcal
Fat30 g
Saturated Fat11 g
Carbohydrate83 g
Sugar11 g
Dietary Fiber7 g
Protein52 g
Cholesterol135 mg
Sodium870 mg
Trans Fat0.5 g
Potassium1450 mg
Calcium200 mg
Iron5 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.
Medium Pot
Measuring Spoons
Measuring Cups
Medium Bowl
Baking Sheet
Large Non-Stick Pan
Aluminum Foil
Zester

Cooking Steps

Cook rice
1
  • Bring 1 1/4 cups (2 1/2 cups) water, 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) butter and half the Mexican Seasoning to a boil in a covered medium pot.
  • Add rice to the pot of boiling broth. Reduce heat to low.
  • Cook, still covered, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 12-14 min.
  • Remove from heat. Set aside, still covered.
Prep veggies
2
  • Meanwhile, core, then cut pepper into 1/2-inch strips.
  • Peel, halve, then cut onion into 1/4-inch slices. 
  • Finely chop 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) of the onions, then place in a medium bowl. (TIP: If you don't like raw onions in your salsa, leave in slices and roast all the onions in step 3.)
  • Cut zucchini in half lengthwise, then into 1/2-inch thick half-moons.
Roast veggies
3
  • Add peppers, zucchini, sliced onions and 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) oil to an unlined baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper, then toss to combine.
  • Roast in the middle of the oven, stirring halfway through, until tender, 18-20 min.
Cook pork
4
  • Meanwhile, pat pork dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper and remaining Mexican Seasoning. 
  • Heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
  • When hot, add 1/2 tbsp (1 tbsp) oil, then pork.
  • Pan-fry, until golden, 2-3 min per side.
  • When pork is golden, transfer to another unlined baking sheet.
  • Roast, in the top of the oven, until cooked through, 10-13 min.**
  • When pork is done, transfer to a clean cutting board. Cover loosely with foil to rest, 3-5 min.
Make salsa
5
  • Meanwhile, roughly chop cilantro.
  • Zest, then juice half the lime. Cut remaining lime into wedges. 
  • Cut tomato into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Add tomatoes, half the cilantro, 1/2 tbsp (1 tbsp) lime juice, 1/4 tsp (1/2 tsp) sugar and 1/2 tbsp (1 tbsp) oil to the bowl with chopped onions. Toss to combine.
Finish and serve
6
  • Fluff rice with a fork. Stir in remaining cilantro.
  • Thinly slice pork.
  • Divide rice between bowls.
  • Top with veggies, pork and any pork resting juices.
  • Top with salsa, then sprinkle cheddar cheese over top.

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavor: Many enjoyed the Mexican flavours, especially the roasted veggies and homemade salsa, though some found the dish a bit basic.
  • Ease of prep: Instructions were generally clear, but several noted confusion about where to use the lime zest.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding tortilla strips for crunch; try pan-frying veggies for more texture. A lime crema or additional sauce could help combat dryness.
  • Portions: Some felt the pork portion was small compared to the rice; adding a third chop would increase protein and balance the meal.
  • Vegetables: Cook zucchini separately or for less time to prevent mushiness; roast it with the pork instead of other veggies.
AI-generated from customer reviews

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