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Mexican Vegan Tacos
Scrumptious lentil tacos.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 2 minutes minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes minutes
Total Time 30 minutes minutes
Servings 4
Calories 188 kcal
2 tsp vegetable oil 1 onion finely chopped 2 garlic cloves minced 150 g (1 cup) dried lentils rinsed ( I used brown lentils) 2 large tomatoes finely chopped 2 tsp ground cumin 3/4 tsp smoked parika 1/2 tsp dried mixed herbs Salt Ground black pepper Chilli powder to taste 480-720 ml (2-3 cups) vegetable stock to your preference Toppings shredded lettuce cheese coriander cilantro lime sour cream salsa
Heat the oil in a large enough pot and soften the onion and garlic for about 5 mins.
Then add in all the remaining ingredients and mix well, bring to the boil and reduce to simmer until lentils are tender.
Keep an eye on the liquid and add some more stock if necessary.
Adjust seasoning and remove from heat.
Serve lentils with the tacos and a variety of toppings.
Mexican Lentils Tips
You can use green lentils, but you will need to cook them a little longer.
You need to make sure the lentils don't overcook and turn into a mushy mess.
Feel free to add a little bit more spices to your taste.
Lentil Tacos Serving Suggestions
Homemade Corn Tortilla .
Cheese (vegan cheese if vegan)
Guacamole.
Sliced green onions
Mango salsa
Avocado sauce
Radishes
Grilled Corn
Tomato Salsa
Weight Watchers Points - Mexican Lentils only
A serving of these Vegan Mexican Lentils contains just 1 Freestyle SmartPoint.
To determine how many points are in the tacos, you will need to calculate additional points based on the toppings you use.
Serving: 4 servings | Calories: 188 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Protein: 10 g | Fat: 3 g | Sodium: 488 mg | Potassium: 561 mg | Fiber: 12 g | Sugar: 4 g | Vitamin A: 820 IU | Vitamin C: 12.9 mg | Calcium: 57 mg | Iron: 4.5 mg