Vegan Lentil Cauliflower Tacos
User Reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
199 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Vegan Lentil Cauliflower Tacos
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This savory meatless taco recipe with lentils and cauliflower can be made vegan and gluten free. Healthy vegetarian meal for Cinco de Mayo.
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/3 cup dried lentils (or substitute 1 cup cooked or canned drained lentils)
- 1/4 cup grapeseed oil (divided)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons Turmeric
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 pounds cauliflower florets (cut into small bite-sized pieces)
- 3 tablespoons water
- corn tortillas or taco shells (use vegan tortillas or taco shells for vegan, or gluten free to make GF)
Optional Toppings
- diced tomatoes
- fresh cilantro
- Sliced jalapeño peppers
- Sour Cream or Greek yogurt (use vegan sour cream for vegan)
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Instructions
- To prepare dried lentils: In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tsp grapeseed oil over medium heat. Add the lentils and toss to coat.
- Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add 1 1/2 cups water and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and set aside. If using canned or pre-cooked lentils, do not prepare them, simply reserve them and the minced garlic.
- To make the taco filling: Heat 1/4 cup grapeseed oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the cumin, turmeric, salt and cinnamon and heat until fragrant. If you're using canned or cooked lentils, go ahead and heat up the minced garlic here along with the spices.
- Add the cauliflower and sauté until lightly colored.
- Add the cooked lentils and 3 tbsp water. Stir to combine, then cover and cook until tender, about 5-10 minutes.
- Serve the warm vegetable mixture in warm corn tortillas or taco shells and top with your favorite taco toppings (suggestions above).
Notes
- You will also need: Medium saucepan, medium sauté pan, colander or strainer
Nutrition Information
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Calories
199kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
22g
(7%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
349mg
(15%)
Potassium
616mg
(18%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
10IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
73.7mg
(82%)
Calcium
61mg
(6%)
Iron
2.4mg
(13%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 199 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 199kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 349mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 616mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 10IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 73.7mg | 82% |
| Calcium | 61mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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6 reviews
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