We eat a lot of Mexican food around here. A few of the first recipes I posted were Lentil Tacos and Quinoa Tacos. Most of the time I prefer a combination of the two. Enter Quinoa-Lentil Tacos.
I made these for some ladies last week and they all wanted the recipe so I guess everyone else loves them as much as we do. We don’t really keep tortillas on hand anymore so we normally eat this on nachos or in a lettuce wrap.I assure you these are great in over stuffed burritos too.
I throw these together with ingredients that are already cooked. I usually make a big batch of quinoa and lentils on a slow day so I can enjoy these when I don’t have a lot of time to cook.
Quinoa-Lentil Taco’s
Ingredients
- 2 c cooked quinoa
- 2 c cooked (brown or green) lentils
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 4 oz tomato sauce
- salt and pepper to taste
- crushed red pepper (optional more spice)
Do
- If quinoa and lentils are cold heat in microwave or on stove until warm.
- Mix all ingredients together in a large mixing bowl.
Serve
Serve this on nachos, in tacos or a burrtito. It’s also great on a baked potato. It can be kept warm in the oven or a crockpot until ready to eat. This would fit perfectly with the Faux Cheese Sauce, Unfried Beans, and Mexican Rice. This recipe is pretty mild since I serve it to company and kids often. Feel free to spice it up!
If your family is not following a plant-based diet this recipe could be added to your traditional tacos to make them healthier, more filling, and more frugal.
Tagged: Frugal, gluten free, Healthy, Lentil Tacos, Mexican Food, Plant Based Diet, Quinoa, Quinoa Tacos, Unprocessed, Vegan
I’m seeing lentil tacos everywhere! I think it’s time I tried them! I also make quinoa and lentils all the time but haven’t combined the two. Sounds fab!
It’s so quick and easy if the lentils and quinoa are already cooked. I love the texture of them mixed.
I like the lettuce wraps – crisp to the warm filling
Thanks so much for sharing, Holly. They were SOOOO delicious as was everything you made last Thursday at “Healthy Cravings”. Will you be sharing all recipes for everything you served?
I’ll do a recap on Friday with links to most of the recipes. I’m still trying to improve the chocolate cake before I share it.
Mexican food is my favorite and totally vegan friendly in most areas! These tacos look amazing!
Thanks Brittany! I love it that I can make them in the summer too without heating up my kitchen.
We also eat tons of Mexican foods. Making lentil tacos (in lettuce!) this week! Yay!
[...] fruit-rich overnight oats, quinoa, and sautéed vegetable breakfast burritos. Lunch ideas include Quinoa-Lentil “Tacos”, Unfried Beans, Faux Cheese Sauce, salsa, and guacamole. Snacks and treats include Fresh Fruit [...]
I loved these! So easy! I cooked the lentils and quinoa together in the same pot – it made them mushy, but that was perfect as a taco filler. Great recipe!
Thanks! The mushiness helps them stand in for “taco meat”. I’ve had very reluctant veggie eaters love this recipe.