Lentil Walnut Taco Meat
Earthy lentils and toasted walnuts make a hearty, savory taco filling with plenty of texture.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked brown lentils
- 1 cup toasted walnuts
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- Corn tortillas
- Lettuce, tomato and salsa
Instructions
- 1
Pulse walnuts in a food processor until coarsely crumbled.
- 2
Sauté tomato paste and spices in a skillet.
- 3
Add lentils and walnuts and cook until dry and lightly crisp.
- 4
Spoon into tortillas and add lettuce, tomato and salsa.
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