Description
Lentil Taco Meat is a hearty and flavorful plant-based alternative to traditional taco filling. It is made from lentils and spices, perfect for tacos or burritos.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lentils
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils under cold water.
- In a pot, combine lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 20-25 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika.
- Add cooked lentils to the skillet, mix well.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes to combine flavors.
- Serve in tacos or burritos with your choice of toppings.
Notes
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Adjust spices to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Lentil Taco Meat, Vegan Taco Filling, Plant-Based Tacos