VEGAN LENTIL TACO 'MEAT'

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Try using lentils instead of beef or chicken! Vegan- and vegetarian-friendly. Lentils have no fat and no cholesterol, and they are a complex carbohydrate high in protein and fiber... and they are quite inexpensive too. These lentils make great tacos and casseroles.

Provided by KillianZooKeeper

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup minced onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
water to cover
1 cup red lentils, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon cornstarch
salt to taste
1 pinch ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir until starting to soften, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Bring water and lentils to a boil in a skillet. Reduce heat and simmer. Add the cooked onions, garlic, cumin, oregano, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until lentils are tender and starting to break down, 3 to 5 minutes. Add small amounts of water as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 47.5 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

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