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3 Vegan Lentil Tacos topped with red cabbage slaw and avocado crema in a shallow bowl.
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Vegan Lentil Tacos

This Vegan Lentil Tacos recipe is quick, easy, and delicious! The vegan lentil taco meat uses canned lentils and plenty of spices for a flavorful taco filling that is dairy-free and gluten-free.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 6 Tacos
Calories: 166kcal
Cost: $2

Equipment

  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Chefs Knife
  • 1 Skillet
  • 1 Fine Mesh Strainer
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Ingredients

For the Seasoning Mix

  • 2 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Cumin
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt

To Make the Lentil Taco Meat

  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 Small Onion, finely chopped
  • 1 Large Clove of Garlic
  • 1 15 Ounce Can of Lentils, drained and rinsed See Note!
  • Cup Water

To Assemble the Tacos

  • 6 Tortillas
  • Taco Toppings of Choice like salsa, chopped tomato, vegan cheese, or shredded lettuce.

Instructions

Mix the Taco Seasoning

  • In a small bowl, combine chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper and salt. Stir to combine and set aside. (See Note!)
    2 teaspoon Chili Powder, 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika, ½ teaspoon Cumin, ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder, ½ teaspoon Onion Powder, ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper, ¼ teaspoon Salt

To Make the Lentil Taco Meat

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until it starts to brown, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about one minute.
    1 tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 Small Onion, finely chopped, 1 Large Clove of Garlic
  • Add lentils, spice mix and water and stir to combine.
    1 15 Ounce Can of Lentils, drained and rinsed, ⅓ Cup Water
  • Cook for about 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently until most of the water has evaporated.
  • Remove from heat and serve immediately.

To Make the Tacos

  • Wrap the tortillas in a paper towel and place them on a plate. Heat them in a microwave for about 20 seconds, until warm and pliable.
    6 Tortillas
  • Add the lentil mixture to the tortillas, then top with additional taco toppings of choice.
    Taco Toppings of Choice like salsa, chopped tomato, vegan cheese, or shredded lettuce.

Notes

You can cook your own green or brown lentils instead of using canned lentils. Use 1 ⅓ cups cooked lentils.
Instead of making your own taco seasoning mix, use 2 tablespoons of any store-bought taco mix.
Use any taco toppings you like, but I recommend my Red Cabbage Slaw and Avocado Crema.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Taco | Calories: 166kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 44mg | Potassium: 415mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 64IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 3mg