Savor the bold flavors of our Cumin-spiced Lentil Tacos, a delightful vegetarian twist to traditional tacos. Packed with protein and aromatic spices, these tacos are a crowd-pleaser that will leave you craving more.
Cumin-spiced Lentil Tacos
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried lentils
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- Toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, salsa, guacamole, and cheese
Instructions
- Start by rinsing the lentils under cold water.
- In a saucepan, combine lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 25-30 minutes.
- In a separate pan, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
- Add cooked lentils, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the sautéed onions and garlic. Mix well and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Warm corn tortillas and fill them with the lentil mixture.
- Top with your favorite toppings, such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, salsa, guacamole, and cheese.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Cumin-spiced Lentil Tacos!
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Nutritional Information: Calories – 350kcal, Protein – 18g, Fat – 8g, Carbohydrates – 55g, Fiber – 15g