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Lentil Tacos
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Serves6 (1/2 cup each)
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups lentils, sorted and rinsed, uncooked
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 green pepper, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin, ground
- 1/2 teaspoon basil, dried
- 2/3 cup tomato paste
Directions
- Cook lentils in 3 cups water for 10 minutes over medium heat.
- Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 30 minutes, adding more water if necessary.
Recipe Tips
Serve with corn tortillas or over rice or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Lentil Tacos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 110
Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g
2%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 39mg
2%
Potassium 573mg
16%
Total Carbohydrates 22g
7%
Dietary Fiber 6g
24%
Sugars 9g
Protein 6g
12%
Vitamin A
14%
Vitamin C
25%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium
3%
Iron
17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Recipe Source: What's Cooking? USDA Mixing Bowl
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