– Cook the lentils: Boil the lentils in well-salted water until tender but not mushy. Drain any excess water after cooking. Alternatively, canned lentils can be used, bypassing this step.
– Sauté the onion: While the lentils cook, sauté the onion in olive oil over medium-high heat.
– Add lentils to the pan: Combine the cooked and drained lentils with the sautéed onion.
– Add the spices: Introduce chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, and salt to the pan. Stir to coat the lentils.
– Add the tomato paste: Incorporate the tomato paste into the pan, ensuring thorough integration with the lentil mixture.
– Assemble the tacos: Once the lentil taco mixture is ready, assemble your tacos with your preferred toppings.
Pro Tip: For added flavor, cook the lentils in vegetable broth instead of water.
Detailed instructions can be found in the recipe card below.
Nutrition Tip
Lentils boast one of the highest protein densities among plant-based foods compared to other vegetarian protein sources. While they are primarily a source of carbohydrates, containing more than double the number of carbohydrates than protein, they still offer more protein per serving than beans, grains, nuts, and seeds, making them an excellent filling for these tacos.
Best Toppings for Lentil Tacos
These lentil tacos pair beautifully with all traditional taco toppings. Feel free to select your favorites from the following list:
– Shredded lettuce
– Shredded cabbage
– Chopped tomatoes
– Pickled red onion
– Sliced jalapeños
– Cilantro
– Salsa
– Pico de gallo
– Cheese
– Guacamole
– Sour cream
– Hot sauce
