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Lentil Tacos

Serves

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6

Cost/Serving

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$1.09

Serving Size: 2 tacos

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon oil (canola or vegetable)
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, diced
  • 1 cup dried lentils
  • 1/2 package (1.25 ounces) of 40% less sodium taco seasoning
  • 3 cups water
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups lettuce, shredded

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 4–6 minutes or until they become soft and fragrant. Stir several times during cooking.
  2. Add the lentils and seasoning. Stir so that the seasoning is mixed in.
  3. Slowly add the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and cover. Cook for about 30 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
  4. Uncover and cook for 5 minutes more until the mixture has thickened and the liquid is absorbed. Mash slightly with a fork.
  5. Heat corn tortillas according to package directions.
  6. Spread 1/4 cup lentil mixture onto each tortilla.
  7. Serve with salsa, cheese, and lettuce.

Tips

Spread the cooked lentil mixture onto a pan or large plate to make a party dip. Then layer on the salsa, cheese, and lettuce. Serve with baked tortilla chips.

Substitute 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder for 2 cloves garlic.

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Nutrition Facts

6 Servings Per Recipe
Serving Size: 2 tacos
Amount Per Serving

Calories 350

 
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11g
14%
Saturated Fat 4g
20%
Trans Fat 0g
 
Cholesterol 20mg
7%
Sodium 480mg
21%
Total Carbohydrates 51g
19%
Dietary Fiber 8g
29%
Total Sugars 4g
 
Includes 0g Added Sugars
0%
Protein 16g
 
Vitamin D 0mcg
0%
Calcium 264mg
20%
Iron 4mg
20%
Potassium 421mg
8%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

NA* - We are currently in the process of integrating the new FDA Nutrition Standards. Added Sugar information is not currently available for the recipe. We will be updating the information shortly.