Vegan Lentil Walnut Tacos

 

Ingredients:

For the Taco Filling:

1 cup cooked lentils (green or brown)

½ cup walnuts, finely chopped

1 tbsp olive oil

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp chili powder

½ tsp oregano

½ tsp salt (or to taste)

¼ cup tomato paste

2 tbsp water (if needed for consistency)

For Serving:

8 small corn or whole wheat tortillas

Shredded lettuce or cabbage

Diced tomatoes

Avocado slices or guacamole

Fresh cilantro

Lime wedges

Dairy-free sour cream (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the filling: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft (about 3-4 minutes). Add garlic and cook for another minute.

2. Season & cook: Stir in walnuts, lentils, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, oregano, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes, then add tomato paste and mix well. If the mixture is too thick, add a little water. Let it cook for another 3-5 minutes.

3. Assemble the tacos: Warm the tortillas and fill them with the lentil-walnut mixture. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.

4. Serve immediately! Pair with salsa or a sugar-free cashew cream for extra flavor.

Would you like a homemade sugar-free taco sauce to go with it?