Tasty Lentil Tacos
Tasty Lentil Tacos feature tender lentils simmered with onion, garlic, taco seasoning, and broth, then finished with salsa for a savory, lightly spiced filling. The texture is hearty and satisfying, perfect for piling into crisp shells and topping as you like. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add lentils and taco seasoning; cook and stir for 1 minute.
- 4
Add chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- 5
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the lentils are tender, 25 to 30 minutes.
- 6
Uncover the skillet; cook until the mixture is slightly thickened, 6 to 8 minutes.
- 7
Mash the lentils slightly; stir in salsa.
- 8
Serve about 1/4 cup of the lentil mixture in each taco shell.
- Calories 206.58 kcal Moderate
- Protein 6.25 g Moderate
- Carbs 26.63 g Moderate
- Total Fat 8.88 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.32 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.05 g High
- Cholesterol 6.99 mg Low Source
- Sodium 602.59 mg High
- Fiber 5.09 g Moderate
- Sugar 2.56 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.84 g Low Source
- Calcium 46.64 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.59 mg Low Source
- Potassium 259.68 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 64.76 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 7.73 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.02 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅