Curry Lentil Tacos Recipe

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

These Curry Lentil Tacos are a flavorful and nutritious twist on traditional tacos. Packed with protein-rich lentils and aromatic spices, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying meal prep option.

The recipe is simple and can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile choice for taco night.

Delicious and Healthy Tacos Recipe

This Curry Lentil Tacos Recipe features spiced lentils cooked in a savory curry sauce, served in warm tortillas. The dish takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people, making it a great option for family meals or gatherings.

Ingredients

1 cup dried green or brown lentils, rinsed
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small tortillas (corn or flour)
Toppings: diced avocado, chopped cilantro, lime wedges, and salsa

Instructions

Cook the Lentils: In a pot, combine lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
Sauté Aromatics: In a separate pan, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant (about 3-4 minutes).
Combine: Once lentils are cooked, stir in the sautéed onion and garlic mixture. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until warm and pliable.
Assemble Tacos: Spoon the lentil mixture into warm tortillas and top with avocado, cilantro, lime juice, and salsa as desired.
Serve: Enjoy the tacos immediately while warm.