Sweet BBQ Lentil Tacos Recipe

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

These Sweet BBQ Lentil Tacos are a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional meat tacos. Packed with protein-rich lentils and flavored with a sweet barbecue sauce, they offer a satisfying meal that is both hearty and healthy.

This Tacos Recipe is simple to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Easy Sweet BBQ Lentil Tacos

In this recipe, lentils are cooked until tender and then mixed with a sweet barbecue sauce for a flavorful filling. The tacos are served in soft tortillas and can be topped with fresh vegetables, avocado, or cheese. This dish takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 cup dried lentils, rinsed and drained
2 cups vegetable broth or water
1 cup barbecue sauce (sweet variety)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
Toppings: diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, avocado, cheese, cilantro

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 lentils are tender. Drain any excess liquid.
Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked lentils, barbecue sauce, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and heat through for about 5 minutes.
Warm the Tortillas: In a separate skillet, warm the tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
Assemble the Tacos: Spoon the lentil mixture into each tortilla and top with your choice of toppings.
Serve: Enjoy the tacos warm, garnished with fresh toppings.