Tasty Lentil Tacos

Be the first to
rate this recipe!
member ratings
Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 1
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 1,608.1
  • Total Fat: 52.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 107.4 mg
  • Sodium: 2,827.4 mg
  • Total Carbs: 228.6 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 46.8 g
  • Protein: 70.7 g

View full nutritional breakdown of Tasty Lentil Tacos calories by ingredient


Introduction

This was adapted from a recipe in Light & Tasty This was adapted from a recipe in Light & Tasty
Number of Servings: 1

Ingredients

    1 cup finely chopped onion
    1 garlic clove, minced
    1 teaspoon olive oil
    1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
    1 tablespoon chili powder
    2 teaspoons ground cumin
    1 teaspoon dried oregano
    2-1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
    3/4 cup finely shredded carrots
    1/4 cup tomato paste
    12 taco shells
    1-1/2 cups shredded lettuce
    1 cup chopped fresh tomato
    1 cup colby cheese


Directions

In a large nonstick skillet, saute the onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add the lentils, chili powder, cumin and oregano; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
Uncover; add grated carrots and tomato paste and cook for 10 minutes or until mixture is thickened. Mash lentils slightly.
Spoon about 1/4 cup lentil mixture into each taco shell. Top with lettuce, tomato, and cheese.

Serving Size: Makes 6 servings.

Number of Servings: 1

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user BIJOUBIJOU81.