BBQ Lentil and Onion Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These BBQ Lentil and Onion Tacos are a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional tacos. Packed with protein-rich lentils and caramelized onions, they deliver a satisfying flavor that pairs perfectly with your favorite taco toppings.

This Tacos Recipe is simple to prepare and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends. Customize with toppings like avocado, salsa, or fresh cilantro for added freshness.

Easy BBQ Lentil and Onion Tacos

This recipe features lentils cooked in a tangy BBQ sauce, combined with sautéed onions, all served in warm tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
2 cups vegetable broth
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup BBQ sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 small corn or flour tortillas
Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings: avocado, salsa, chopped cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

Cook the Lentils: In a medium pot, combine lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender. Drain any excess liquid.
Sauté Onions: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until they are soft and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked lentils to the skillet with the onions. Stir in BBQ sauce and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Warm Tortillas: In a separate pan, warm the tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
Assemble Tacos: Spoon the BBQ lentil mixture onto each tortilla. Top with your choice of avocado, salsa, and cilantro.
Serve: Enjoy the tacos warm with lime wedges on the side.