Let’s gooo — Smoky Chipotle Lentil Tacos 🌮🌶️ are next-level hearty, spicy, and totally satisfying. They’ve got that bold taco flavor you love, but with a plant-powered twist that’ll have even meat-lovers asking for seconds. 💥🌱
For the Lentil Filling:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp oregano
- 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo (minced) 🌶️
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup cooked green or brown lentils
- ¼ cup veggie broth or water
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: squeeze of lime or splash of apple cider vinegar for zing 🍋
Suggested Toppings:
- Shredded lettuce or cabbage
- Pickled red onions
- Avocado slices or guac 🥑
- Vegan sour cream or lime crema
- Crumbled cotija or plant-based cheese
- Fresh cilantro 🌿
Assembly:
- Sauté onion & garlic in olive oil until soft.
- Stir in tomato paste, chipotle, and spices — cook until fragrant.
- Add lentils + broth, stir, and simmer for ~5 mins until saucy and thick.
- Warm up your tortillas and pile ‘em high with lentil filling + toppings.
- Hit it with lime juice and devour. 💥🌮
Flavor Vibe:
Smoky, saucy, slightly spicy, and oh-so satisfying. These tacos are giving taco truck energy with a cozy homemade soul. 🚚💨🌮
Want the reel version? I can give you a shot list with sizzling lentils, drippy sauce, taco-building hands, and a lime squeeze to seal the deal 🍋✨
