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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!
Course Entree
Cuisine American, Mexican-Inspired
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 People
Calories 413kcal
Author Melissa Huggins

Equipment

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
US Customary - Metric

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