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Plate of black bean lentil tacos on a plate

Black Bean Lentil Tacos

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Black bean lentil tacos are a high-fiber meatless alternative to traditional tacos. They are also more economical and quicker to prepare than meat tacos.

I wanted to share my favorite brand of gluten-free wraps. They are Siete brand and found in the refrigerated section of your healthier grocery store. They also have chickpea and almond flour versions.

Seite brand cassava gluten free wraps

Or instead of using gluten-free wraps, I love this on a bed of greens, organic of course. It can always be served over organic rice or quinoa as a taco bowl.  Speaking of, like always, use organic ingredients to lower your toxic load.

Being primarily dairy-free is important to me as well so I use many of the products from Follow Your Heart. We love their sour cream and cheeses. Pepper Jack is my favorite version but they have a variety of other dairy-free flavors including cheddar, mozzarella and gouda.

Follow Your Heart Dairy Free Pepper Jack Cheese

Ingredients

1 small onion diced, 1/3 cup

2 cloves garlic, minced

3/4 tsp cumin

1/2 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp salt

3 cups cooked green lentils (1 cup dry)

1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained

1/3 cup salsa

2/3 cup low-sodium vegetable broth

Gluten-free taco shells or wraps.

Optional toppings: tomato, lettuce, avocado, dairy-free sour cream, cilantro, olives

Directions

Heat half the broth over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add and saute the onions for 6-7 minutes.

Add garlic, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Heat for 2-3 minutes.

Reduce heat to low and add lentils and black beans. Stir all to combine.

Add salsa and vegetable broth. Stir and heat for about 5 minutes. Add remaining broth if necessary to keep it creamy.

Spoon into a taco shell or on a bed of greens. Add toppings of your choice.

Makes 6-8 servings or tacos.

Note: Taco seasoning can be made up in advance. I purchase organic bulk herbs from Mountain Rose Herbs and save so much money.

 

 

 

 

dry red lentils in white bowl

Red Lentil Sloppy Joes

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Red lentil sloppy joes are a nutritious and economical dish but most importantly they taste amazing. Red lentils are rich in iron, fiber, selenium, zinc, carbohydrates, protein, and vitamin B1. Plus, they’re an excellent source of phosphorus, manganese, and folic acid. Unlike other legumes, lentils cook in about 30 minutes and don’t require soaking so you can make a healthy meal when you are short on time.

Ingredients:

1 tbsp of coconut oil or vegetable broth

1 red bell pepper finely chopped

2 garlic cloves minced

1 medium onion chopped (approx 2/3 cup)

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 bay leaf

8 ounces tomato sauce

1 1/2 cups of water

1 cup dry red lentils

1 tbsp low sodium Worcestershire sauce

1 tbsp yellow mustard

2 tsp apple cider vinegar

2 tsp coconut sugar

1 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp ground black pepper

1 tsp salt (optional)

 

Directions:

Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat and add bell pepper and cook for 5 minutes or until softened, stirring frequently.

Add onion, garlic, and tomato paste and cook for one-minute stirring constantly.

Stir in the remaining ingredients, and heat to a boil over medium-high heat.

Cover with lid and reduce heat to low. Simmer 30-35 minutes or until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaf.

Serve lentils wrapped in lettuce leaves or on top of a gluten-free bun.

Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Recipe courtesy of Rebecca Downing from the Shred 10 recipe book.

 

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