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Lentil Taco Meat

Hearty Lentil Taco Meat for Your Next Taco Night Delight

Discover this satisfying Lentil Taco Meat, a hearty plant-based taco alternative packed with flavor and nutrition.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced; fresh cloves are best.
  • 1 cup walnuts Finely chopped; raw, unsalted preferred.
  • 2 cups cooked lentils Green, brown, or black; do not use red lentils.
  • 1 can diced tomatoes Opt for no-salt added.
Flavor Ingredients
  • 1 can canned chipotle pepper Adds smoky heat; smoked paprika as alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce Enhances smoky flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon oregano Mexican oregano preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin Fresh spices recommended.
  • salt To taste.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Incorporate finely chopped walnuts and cook for 3 minutes until toasted.
  4. Stir in cooked lentils and diced tomatoes. Add chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, oregano, and cumin.
  5. Sprinkle salt to taste and stir. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. After simmering, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm in tacos or burritos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and allow flavors to meld during the simmering process.

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