Lentil Bean Tacos
I made the Lentil Taco Bowl the other day and I have some leftovers. This recipe is very versatile, you can make taco bowls, tacos on a corn tortilla, or add it to your grains. Whichever you go with this taco recipe…you’re sure to enjoy it.
Lentil Bean Tacos
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried lentil
- 2 cups water, more if needed
- 1 15oz. canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup store bought salsa, no artificial flavorings
- 3 cups mixed greens,
- 1 avocado, pitted, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- 6 corn tortillas
- 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice
HOMEMADE TACO MIXED
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
Instructions
- In a saucepan, add the lentil and water, place on the stove over medium heat, uncover. When boiling, turn the heat to low, cover, simmer until all the liquid's absorbed and the lentils are softened (add more water if needed). Remove from the heat. Set it aside.
- Heat a pan with oil. Add the red pepper, stir, cook, until tender, add the salsa, stir until combined. Season with homemade taco seasonings, add black beans, and cooked lentils. Continue stirring until well incorporated.
- Remove from the heat. Fill each tortilla with the lentil taco mixture. Add the mixed greens, top with avocado, and garnish with cilantro. Squeeze lime juice.
- Option: Add Colby cheese or any cheese you like.
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