Spiced Lentil and Mango Tacos Recipe

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

This Spiced Lentil and Mango Tacos Recipe combines hearty lentils with the sweetness of mango for a unique and satisfying meal. These tacos are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making them a great choice for a healthy dinner.

The recipe is simple and quick to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights. You can customize the toppings to your liking, adding ingredients like avocado, cilantro, or lime for extra flavor.

Delicious Lentil and Mango Tacos

These tacos feature spiced lentils cooked with aromatic spices and topped with fresh mango for a delightful contrast. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
2 cups vegetable broth or water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 ripe mango, diced
8 small corn or flour tortillas
Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

Cook the Lentils: In a pot, combine lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender. Drain any excess liquid.
Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
Add Spices: Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
Combine: Add the cooked lentils to the skillet and mix well with the spices. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Prepare Tacos: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Spoon the lentil mixture onto each tortilla and top with diced mango and cilantro.
Serve: Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.