Vegetarian Lentil Tacos
Slow cooker lentil taco filling with tomatoes, chiles, warm spices, cilantro and lime for an easy vegetarian dinner.
Prep 15 min · Cook 3 hr 30 min · Total 3 hr 45 min · Makes 6 servings

Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups green lentils, picked over and rinsed
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can mild diced tomatoes and green chiles
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 1/2 tsp ancho chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 3 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- Corn tortillas or crisp taco shells, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, for serving
Directions
- Combine the lentils, broth, olive oil, tomatoes, onions, garlic, chili powders, and paprika in a 5 – 6 quart slow cooker. Add salt and pepper to your liking.
- Put the lid on and cook on high for 3 – 4 hours, or use low for 7 – 8 hours.
- Mix in the cilantro and lime juice. Spoon the filling warm into warmed tortillas and add toppings.