Vegetarian Taco Filling Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Taco Filling
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups chopped onions; 7 garlic cloves, minced; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cups lentils; 4 cups water; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 4 tablespoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons cilantro; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon parsley; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon cumin; 2 cups textured vegetable protein, granules; 2 cups water; 3 teaspoons dark brown sugar

Servings: persons

4 cups chopped onions
7 garlic cloves, minced
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups lentils
4 cups water
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
4 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons cilantro
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cumin
2 cups textured vegetable protein, granules
2 cups water
3 teaspoons dark brown sugar

1
Saute onions in oil until soft and translucent. Add garlic and cook for another minute or two, but do not allow to burn.
2
Add lentils and toss with oil and onions to coat. Add 4 cups of water and cook for about 30 minutes until the lentils begin to soften.
3
Add canned tomatoes, seasonings, TVP and additional water and cook for about 30 minutes more.
4
Remove from heat and stir in brown sugar.
5
We serve this both in traditional tacos and over rice, topped with all the fixings - tomatoes, avocados, cucumbers, salsa, cheese, sour cream, hot sauce, etc.

627

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups chopped onions, 7 garlic cloves, minced, 4 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cups lentils, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Taco Filling falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Vegetarian Taco Filling

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