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Rachel White

lentil vegetarian tacos recipe

A hearty lentil vegetarian tacos recipe that delivers bold flavor and satisfying texture with minimal effort. This easy dish is perfect for quick meals and offers a nutritious, customizable taco filling.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dinner, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lentil Filling
  • cup lentils cooked
  • cup onion chopped
  • cloves garlic minced
  • tbsp olive oil
  • tsp cumin
  • tsp paprika
  • salt
Taco Assembly
  • taco shells soft or hard
  • cup lettuce shredded
  • cup tomatoes diced
  • cup cheese shredded
Optional Toppings
  • cup sour cream
  • tbsp lime juice
  • cup cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven
  • Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until warm.
  2. Add onion and cook until soft and slightly golden.
  3. Stir in garlic and spices, cooking briefly until fragrant.
  4. Add lentils and cook until heated through, slightly mashing for texture.
  5. Warm taco shells and fill with lentil mixture and fresh toppings.
  6. Serve immediately with optional toppings for best flavor and texture.

Notes

Mash lentils more for a smoother filling or leave chunky for texture. Avoid overcooking to prevent dryness. Freeze filling separately for convenience. Adjust spices or toppings for variation. Store leftovers refrigerated up to four days and reheat gently.