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    Home » All Recipes » Dinner

    Lentil Mushroom Tacos w/ Mango Salsa

    June 7, 2016 By Melissa Huggins / 39 Comments

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    Taco night will never be the same after you try these Lentil Mushroom Tacos w/ Mango Salsa. They are sweet, savory and downright delicious!

    Overhead view of one mushroom tacos on a slate board.

    Anyone else out there celebrate taco night at home? We have a taco party almost every week and it brings lots of smiles to the table. These Jackfruit Carnitas Tacos are very popular in our home, but today, I'm sharing our current favorite - Lentil Mushroom Tacos with Mango Salsa. This is a must-try for everyone because they really are THAT good.

    We love taco night because it never gets boring. Tacos are so versatile and can be filled with almost anything and dressed up to your liking. You can use soft or hard shells, various veggies, grains, fruit, guacamole, vegan sour cream, salsa, chipotle sauce, and more. There are no rules!

    Overhead view of 4 mushroom tacos on a slate board.

    Are they good for you?

    Taco night can be healthy, flavorful, and fun! Yes, those three words can go together well. Also, We don't need meat to have a tasty taco, because it's all about the seasonings anyway.  Did you ever have an unseasoned chicken or beef taco? Probably not because it would be gross.

    So, let's replace the meat with quality-protein lentils and meaty mushrooms and season them to taco perfection. Now you can get the protein, the texture, and all the tasty goodness, without harming animals or our planet. Sounds like a win-win alternative, huh?

    Lentil and mushrooms together are just magical. You'll get a soft, hearty, and meaty texture, that will fill you up and not leave you feeling hungry in 20 minutes. You'll feel satisfied and happy. These tacos are sweet, savory, and delightful.

    Side view of fully assembled taco on a slate board.

    This lentil mushroom filling is really delicious on its own, but if you want to make them out-of-this-world delicious, you can add some sweet and spicy fresh Mango Salsa. It sounds fancy, but it only takes minutes to prepare and it's so worth it.

    This colorful salsa is bursting with juicy sweetness and spiciness. It really adds the finishing touches and it's like the confetti for your taco party. It's bright, colorful sweet, and spicy. Your tacos won't even know what hit 'em!

    How to make Lentil Mushroom Tacos

    These tacos are so quick and easy to make. You just sauté some onions and mushrooms together with the taco seasonings. Then you add the lentils and broth, then simmer for about 30-40 minutes. While that's happening you can prepare your flavorful salsa.

    Easy peasy! You'll have the family around the table in no time. Enjoy!

    Taco night will never be the same after you try these Lentil Mushroom Tacos w/ Mango Salsa. They are sweet, savory and down right delicious!

    More Taco Night Recipes to Try

    • Portobello Vegan Fajitas
    • Baked Taquitos
    • Vegan Nachos

    And here are 25 more Vegan Taco Recipes from Vegetarian Gastronomy. Your taco night will never get boring with all these choices!

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    Lentil Mushroom Tacos w/ Mango Salsa

    Taco night will never be the same after you try these Lentil Mushroom Tacos w/ Mango Salsa. They are sweet, savory and downright delicious!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time35 mins
    Total Time45 mins
    Course: Entree
    Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
    Servings: 4 People
    Calories: 413kcal
    Author: Melissa Huggins

    Ingredients

    Mango Salsa

    • 1 cup tomatoes , diced
    • 2 cups mango , diced
    • ½ cup cilantro , chopped
    • ½ cup onion , diced
    • 1 jalapeño , seeded and diced (optional)
    • 1 teaspoon Himalayan salt (or preferred salt), more to taste
    • 1 ½ tablespoons fresh lime juice
    • 2 teaspoons sugar

    Lentil Mushroom Filling

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 small onion , diced
    • 2 garlic cloves , minced
    • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
    • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • 1 teaspoon oregano
    • ½ teaspoon paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne (optional)
    • 1 ½ cups mushrooms , diced
    • 1 cup uncooked lentils , red or brown
    • 2 cups vegetable broth , low sodium (*See note)
    • 1 bay leaf
    • 1 teaspoon Himalayan salt , more to taste
    • Fresh ground pepper , to taste
    • 8 taco shells , hard or soft

    Recommended Equipment

    • Large Skillet
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    Instructions

    Mango Salsa

    • Toss all ingredients together until well combined. Set in the fridge until ready to serve.

    Lentil Mushroom Filling

    • Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Once heated, add the diced onion sauté until translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
    • Add the mushrooms and sauté until mushrooms release some liquid, about 2-3 minutes. Now add minced garlic, tomato paste, and spices. Cook until mushrooms are tender & lightly browned, About 2-3 minutes
    • Add lentils, vegetable broth, bay leaf, salt & pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and let mixture cook for about 20-25 minutes, until lentils are tender.
    • Uncover and cook for another 5-10 minutes, or until liquid cooks down & mixture is thickened. Remove bay leaf.
    • Now spoon the filling into your taco shell and dress up to your liking. Enjoy!

    Notes

    *Makes about 8 Tacos.
    *Extra topping ideas: Purple cabbage, vegan sour cream, or hot sauce.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2Tacos | Calories: 413kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 580mg | Fiber: 20g | Sugar: 16g | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 6mg
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    1. Marie

      April 28, 2020 at 9:14 am

      5 stars
      I made this a week or so ago for a weekend lunch- my son, who doesn't even like mushrooms, said "mom, this is really good, you'll have to make this again." That is the best compliment I can get! He's not one to hand out compliments easily. Hubby said they were restaurant worthy. We all enjoyed them and will definitely be making again (maybe tonight). Thanks for a great recipe to add to my repertoire.

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      • Melissa Huggins

        June 09, 2020 at 2:46 pm

        This is such a nice compliment. Thank you for making them and sharing your feedback. I'm glad your family liked them so much. 🙂

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    2. Anjali @ Vegetarian Gastronomy

      January 13, 2020 at 12:58 pm

      5 stars
      I just saw this tag 🙂 thank you so much for the mention! Will be sharing this delicious taco recipe!

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      • Melissa Huggins

        January 16, 2020 at 10:47 am

        You're most welcome! I love all your recipes 🙂

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    3. Kelley

      November 06, 2019 at 3:28 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you for sharing this creation! It is becoming our newest weekly go-to meal. Even my husband is happy with this instead of meat!!

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      • Melissa Huggins

        November 12, 2019 at 11:16 pm

        This is such a nice compliment! Thank you for giving them a try 🙂

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