Smoky BBQ Lentil Tacos Recipe

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

These Smoky BBQ Lentil Tacos are a delicious plant-based alternative to traditional tacos. Packed with protein-rich lentils and infused with a smoky BBQ flavor, they make for a satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy.

This Tacos Recipe is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings such as avocado, cilantro, or diced onions to enhance the flavor.

Easy Smoky BBQ Lentil Tacos

This recipe features lentils cooked in a smoky BBQ sauce, served in warm tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people, making it a quick and nutritious option for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

1 cup dried green or brown lentils, rinsed
2 cups vegetable broth
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
Toppings: diced avocado, chopped cilantro, lime wedges, diced onions

Instructions

Cook the Lentils: In a medium saucepan, combine the lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
Combine Ingredients: Once the lentils are cooked, drain any excess liquid and add them to the skillet with the sautéed onion and garlic. Stir in the BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Warm the Tortillas: While the lentil mixture is cooking, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
Assemble Tacos: Spoon the smoky lentil mixture into each tortilla and top with your choice of avocado, cilantro, and onions. Serve with lime wedges on the side.