Vegan Lentil Taco 'Meat'

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.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 209 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir until starting to soften, 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 2

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.