Delicious and Easy Lentil Taco Meat Recipe
Hello dear readers! Today we are bringing a bit of Mexican flair to our kitchen. How about making some lentil taco meat? This recipe is both filling and very healthy. Plus, it's ready in less than 30 minutes! If you love plant-based eating, this recipe will be a great alternative for you. Moreover, it's economical and very tasty. Let's get started!
- 1/2 tablespoon oil
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (crushed)
- 1 1/4 cups cooked lentils
- 1 medium carrot (grated)
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 tablespoon tamari (or coconut aminos)
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons chopped almonds (or your preferred nuts/seeds)
- 6 tortillas
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 1 avocado
- 1 small onion (sliced into rings)
- Fresh parsley (or cilantro)
- Lime wedges
First, chop the onion, crush the garlic, and grate the carrot. Things are getting exciting from here!
Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the onions and sauté for 4 minutes. Then add the garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the cooked lentils and grated carrot. Add the spices, tamari, vegetable broth, tomato paste, and chopped almonds. Mix well.
Reduce the heat and cook the mixture for 10 minutes. If it looks dry, you can add a bit more vegetable broth.
Taste the mixture, adjust the spices. Then mash some of the lentils with a potato masher.
Chop the tomatoes, avocado, slice the onion, chop the fresh herbs, and prepare the lime wedges.
Divide the lentil mixture among the tortillas, top with the prepared ingredients, and enjoy!
Delicious and Easy Lentil Taco Meat Recipe Cooking Tips
If you don't have almonds, walnuts can be a great alternative. Also, if you like it spicy, you can increase the amount of chili flakes. Let your creativity shine in this recipe!
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