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Lentil Tacos

Lentil Tacos on a plate
Makes: 6 servings

Lentils and raisins are an surprising and delicious duo in these sweet and savory tacos. Green peppers add extra flavor and texture. Enjoy with a tossed salad on the side.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups dry lentils (sorted and rinsed)
  • 4 cups water
  • 1/2 green pepper (chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • hot pepper flakes (1/2 teaspoon, optional)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon basil
  • 2/3 cup tomato paste, low-sodium
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Cook lentils in 3 cups water for 10 minutes.
  3. Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 30 minutes. Add more water if necessary.
  4. Serve with corn tortillas. Can also be served over rice or noodles.

Notes

Alternate seasoning: 2 tablespoons taco seasoning instead of the other spices.

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Source:

Washington State WIC Program

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (281g)
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 193
Total Fat 1 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 41 mg
Carbohydrates 35 g
Dietary Fiber 13 g
Total Sugars 6 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 14 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 54 mg
Iron 6 mg
Potassium 852 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 193
Total Fat 1 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrates 35 g
Dietary Fiber 13 g
Total Sugars 6 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 14 g
Minerals
Calcium 54 mg
Potassium 852 mg
Sodium 41 mg
Copper 1 mg
Iron 6 mg
Magnesium 69 mg
Phosphorus 283 mg
Selenium 6 mg
Zinc 2 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 31 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.4 mg
Vitamin B12 0.0 mcg
Vitamin C 16 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 2 mg
Vitamin K 9 mcg
Folate 244 mcg
Thiamin 0.3 mg
Riboflavin 0.2 mg
Niacin 2 mg
Choline 58 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1 cups

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When I made this recipe a second time, I took out the spices and used Taco Seasoning Mix. We added fresh lettuce and tomatoes, as well as some shredded cheddar cheese. Leftover lentils were used in a version of a taco salad.
09/23/09
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