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Vegan Tacos
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Vegan Tacos

Smoky spiced lentil and walnut taco filling packed into warm tortillas with fresh toppings. These tacos are hearty enough to satisfy even the most dedicated meat eaters.

4.5
35 min
🍴4 servings
🔥440 cal
🔖Easy
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30 second summary

Bold spiced lentil walnut filling makes these vegan tacos completely irresistible.

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Nutrition per serving

440Calories
17gProtein
52gCarbs
18gFat
11gFiber

Ingredients

4servings

filling

base

spices

toppings

seasoning

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Instructions

1

Cook the Lentils

Combine rinsed lentils with 2 cups of water in a pot. Bring to a boil then simmer over medium-low heat until tender and water is absorbed, about 18 to 20 minutes.

2

Prepare the Walnut Crumble

Pulse walnuts in a food processor until they resemble a coarse crumble. Do not over-process or they will become a paste. Combine with cooked lentils in a skillet.

3

Season the Filling

Add cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, lime juice, and a pinch of salt to the lentil walnut mixture. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

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4

Warm the Tortillas

Heat tortillas one at a time in a dry skillet over medium-high heat for about 30 seconds per side until warm and slightly charred at the edges.

5

Assemble and Serve

Spoon filling onto warm tortillas. Top with mashed avocado, pico de gallo, and shredded red cabbage. Finish with an extra squeeze of lime and serve immediately.

Substitutions

lentilsblack beans or chickpeas for a quicker option
corn tortillasflour tortillas or large lettuce leaves
pico de gallostore-bought salsa or diced fresh tomatoes with cilantro

Common mistakes

Do not skip the walnuts as they add essential texture and richness to the filling
Do not use wet or undercooked lentils or the filling will be mushy
Do not overfill the tacos or they will fall apart when you try to eat them
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