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Lentil Taco Salad
5 from 15 votes

Lentil Taco Salad

This Lentil Taco Salad combines seasoned lentils and black beans with fresh lettuce, tomato, corn, and a mix of toppings such as cheddar cheese, guacamole, and sour cream. The lentils are warmed with chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder, giving the salad flavorful protein. The varied textures and spices make it a fulfilling, customizable meal that can be enjoyed with crunchy tortilla chips on top.

Prep Time
18 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
28 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 600 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Vegetarian

Ingredients

SEASONED LENTILS
  • 1 can lentils (14 oz can)
  • 1 cup black beans
  • ½ cup salsa (use your favorite variety)
  • 1 ½ tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp salt or season to taste
TACO SALAD
  • 3 cups lettuce romaine or fancy leaf lettuce, finely chopped
  • 1 cup tomato chopped
  • 1 corn or 1/2 cup steamed kernels, ear, cooked
  • ¼ cup cheddar cheese skip for vegan, grated
  • ¼ cup guacamole
  • ¼ cup sour cream (regular or vegan)
  • tortilla chips for topping (I like to crush mine)
EXTRA TOPPINGS – CHOOSE YOUR FAVORITES!
  • cilantro fresh, chopped
  • green onion chopped
  • Pico de Gallo
  • red onion pickled
  • hot sauce or taco sauce
  • jalapeño sliced

Instructions

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  1. Drain and rinse lentils and black beans. Add to a small pan and add your favorite salsa. Season chili powder, cumin, garlic powder and salt. Heat on medium-low until beans are warmed through and spices are fragrant.
  2. Cayenne can be added for spicy lentils and smoked paprika or chipotle seasoning for some smoky flavor – play around with flavors and add any extra spices to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Prep corn via desired method. I either boil an ear of corn and cut my kernels right off the cob or steam 1/2 cup or so of frozen kernels.
  4. Chop veggies and prep remaining toppings. Let the measurements above be a basic guide, as you can add as many veggies and toppings as you'd like!
  5. Divide lettuce and lentil mixture between two bowls.Top with fresh veggies all your favorite toppings and extras, saving the guacamole, sour cream, and tortilla chips for last. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Nutrition estimates come from an online calculator and should be adjusted if ingredients or toppings vary.
  • Feel free to customize the toppings and spice levels to your taste preferences.

Nutrition Information

Calories 600kcal (30%) Carbohydrates 95g (32%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 18g (28%) Trans Fat 9g (450%) Fiber 79g (316%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 600

% Daily Value*

Calories 600kcal 30%
Carbohydrates 95g 32%
Protein 26g 52%
Fat 18g 28%
Trans Fat 9g 450%
Fiber 79g 316%

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