Lentil Tacos
Lentil Tacos make a delicious hearty and flavorful meal that are great for vegetarians and meat eaters alike! Top them with your favorite taco fillings and they will be a family favorite!
Servings: 12 tacos
Calories: 186kcal
Ingredients
For the Lentils and Rice:
- 1/2 TBS olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 TBS minced garlic
- 4 cups water (beef or vegetable stock can be subbed.)
- 3/4 cup dry lentils
- 3/4 cup brown rice
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
Taco Ingredients:
- 12 small flour or corn tortillas
- diced tomatoes
- salsa
- diced green onions
- cilantro
- chopped lettuce
- shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
To Make the Lentils and Brown Rice:
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Stir in the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the water, lentils, brown rice, chili powder and cumin.
- Bring mixture to a boil.
- Lower heat to a simmer and cook until rice and lentils are tender and water is absorbed, about 45 minutes.
- Stir salt into lentil and brown rice mixture.
To Assemble the Tacos:
- Scoop a spoonful or two of lentils and rice into a small tortilla.
- Top with your favorite taco toppings, cheese, diced tomatoes, cilantro, etc.
Nutrition
Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 314mg | Potassium: 213mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 106IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg