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Instant Pot Lentil Tacos
4.9 from 168 votes

Instant Pot Lentil Tacos

Instant Pot Lentil Tacos use green or brown lentils cooked quickly under pressure with broth, salsa, and spices to create a flavorful filling. The resulting mixture is tender and well-seasoned, making it a suitable base for tacos. Served with typical toppings like cheese, avocado, cilantro, and sour cream, these tacos offer a hearty, plant-based option prepared conveniently in one pot.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 16
Calories: 97 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups lentils green or brown, dry
  • 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth, low-sodium
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
Topping ideas:
  • corn tortilla for serving, or flour tortillas
  • cheese shredded
  • 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • avocado , chopped (or guacamole)
  • cilantro fresh
  • green onion , chopped
  • olive
  • sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
  • salsa , or hot sauce

Instructions

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  1. Add all ingredients to instant pot and stir to combine.
  2. Close the lid and move valve to sealing position.
  3. Cook on manual (high pressure) for 15 minutes.
  4. Once the timer beeps, cover the valve with a towel and switch it to quick release to release all of the pressure.
  5. Open lid and gently stir.
  6. Allow to cool while you prepare toppings.
  7. Serve warm, inside corn or flour tortillas, with desired toppings.

Notes

  • This recipe yields about 4 cups of lentil filling, sufficient for approximately 16 tacos when using 1/4 cup per taco.
  • Prepare the filling in advance and reheat gently before serving.
  • Choose between corn or flour tortillas based on preference; both work well.
  • Customize toppings such as cheese, avocado, cilantro, and sour cream to suit taste.

Nutrition Information

Calories 97kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 7g (14%) Sodium 76mg (3%) Potassium 305mg (6%) Fiber 7g (28%) Vitamin A 50IU (1%) Vitamin C 1.2mg (1%) Calcium 18mg (2%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 97

% Daily Value*

Calories 97kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 7g 14%
Sodium 76mg 3%
Potassium 305mg 6%
Fiber 7g 28%
Vitamin A 50IU 1%
Vitamin C 1.2mg 1%
Calcium 18mg 2%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.