Vegetarian Lentil Tacos

Name: Vegetarian Lentil Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup dried lentils; 16 oz refried beans; a splash of healthy oil; 1 cup diced onion; 4 oz mushrooms, minced; 1-2 cloves garlic, minced; ½ cup enchilada sauce; 4-6 crunchy baked taco shells; ½ tsp garlic powder; ½ tsp cumin; ½ tsp chili powder; 1/4-1/2 tsp dried cilantro; ¼ tsp salt; shredded romaine or spring mix lettuce; grated cheese + greek yogurt or sour cream; salsa; fresh ripe tomatoes; fresh or pickled peppers; fresh cilantro; Pico de Gallo; guacamole

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
10 servings
Calories
114 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Mexican

Vegetarian Lentil Tacos

Reese Morris

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These gluten-free Vegetarian Lentil Tacos are perfect for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone looking to cut back on meat. Meatless Monday and Taco Tuesday just got even better with these tasty plant based tacos!

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Ingredients

Servings

1 cup dried lentils
16 oz refried beans
a splash of healthy oil (olive, avocado, coconut)
1 cup diced onion
4 oz mushrooms, minced
1-2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup enchilada sauce
4-6 crunchy baked taco shells

SEASONING BLEND:

½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp chili powder
1/4-1/2 tsp dried cilantro
¼ tsp salt

TASTY TOPPINGS:

shredded romaine or spring mix lettuce
grated cheese + greek yogurt or sour cream (skip for vegan)
salsa
fresh ripe tomatoes
fresh or pickled peppers
fresh cilantro
Pico de Gallo
guacamole

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Instructions

Rinse and sort 1 cup of lentils.
Heat 3 cups of water in a pot until it's just about to boil, add lentils, and reduce to simmer for 15-25 minutes or until tender.
While the lentils are simmering, you'll have enough time to make the entire meal.
Saute onions, mushrooms, and garlic with a splash of oil until tender.
Add seasoning blend and enchilada sauce at the end and stir.
By now the lentils should be done! Drain and return to pot.
Combine your seasoned vegetables with the lentils, along with the refried beans and heat on low, stirring gently to incorporate.
Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. I decided to add an extra sprinkle of each spice -- feel free to follow suit! Bake your tortilla shells, prep your toppings, and assemble.

Notes

Since these tasty tacos can be either VEGAN or VEGETARIAN, simply choose the toppings that fit your lifestyle and you're good to go! I pretty much have this insane obsession with adding sour cream or vegan sour cream to my lentil + bean tacos so totally follow suit if you're a fan! The combination is delightful!
This recipe yields 5 cups of taco filling. Each serving is calculated at 1/2 cup - but feel free to load up your tacos with as much of the lentil veggie filling as you'd like!
Nutrition Facts below are estimated for the lentil veggie taco filling using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed based on choice of tortilla and toppings and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 114kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 428mg (18%) Potassium 243mg (7%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 165IU (3%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 29mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 114 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	114kcal	6%
Carbohydrates	20g	7%
Protein	8g	16%
Fat	1g	2%
Saturated Fat	1g	5%
Sodium	428mg	18%
Potassium	243mg	5%
Fiber	8g	32%
Sugar	3g	6%
Vitamin A	165IU	3%
Vitamin C	3mg	3%
Calcium	29mg	3%
Iron	2mg	11%