Spiced Lentil Tacos

Name: Spiced Lentil Tacos
Yield: makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup finely chopped onion; 1 garlic clove, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed; 1 (2.25-ounce) package taco seasoning; 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth; 1/2 cup fat-free sour cream; 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, finely chopped (use half for less heat), and 2 teaspoons adobo sauce; 8 taco shells; 1 1/4 cups shredded lettuce; 1 cup chopped ripe tomato; 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat (2 percent) Cheddar cheese

November 7, 2012

“Vegetarian taco” is typically code for a taco with a black or pinto bean filling. But you can use heart-healthy lentils instead. Standard brown lentils are easy to find, but if you opt for French green lentils, they will take a bit more time to cook. If you’re craving lentil burritos—just add rice and tortillas.

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