Best Vegetarian Lentil Taco Meat Filling Substitute Crock Pot Recipes

VEGETARIAN LENTIL TACOS (SLOW COOKER)

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Healthy, hearty taco filling that couldn't be easier to make! It's the perfect meatless dinner the whole family will love! Recipe makes about 4 1/3 cups.

Provided by Jaclyn

Time 3h40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups green lentils, (picked over and rinsed)
3 cups vegetable broth
1 (10 oz) can mild diced tomatoes and green chiles
1 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
2 tsp minced garlic
2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp chili powder
1 1/2 tsp ancho chili powder
1 tsp paprika
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, (to taste)
3 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
Corn tortillas or crisp taco shells, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes ((for serving))

Steps:

Add lentils, broth, olive oil, tomatoes, onions, garlic, chili powders, and paprika to a 5 - 6 quart slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cover and cook on high 3 - 4 hours on high or on low 7 - 8 hours.
Stir in cilantro and lime juice. Serve warm into warmed tortillas with toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 2 g, Sodium 332 mg, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

VEGETARIAN LENTIL TACO 'MEAT FILLING' SUBSTITUTE (CROCK POT)

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This taco filling is a healthier alternative to the meat version. I found this recipe on a "runners" message board where the posters were raving how much this tasted as good as a meat filling. I actually like it better than the fillings made with ground beef. It tastes great in taco shells on taco salads and anywhere you'd normally use a meat taco filling.

Provided by bdankanich

Categories Lentil

Time 8h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 cup dry lentils, rinsed
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
14 ounces water
2 vegetable bouillon cubes
1 cup salsa

Steps:

Put everything in the crock pot and cook on high for 8-12 hours, stirring occasionally and adding water as needed.
use as you would a meat taco filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.6, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 143.6, Carbohydrate 12.8, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 1.6, Protein 4.8

LENTIL TACO MEAT

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An easy lentil taco meat recipe, delicious in any Mexican dishes to fill tacos or burritos.

Provided by Carine Claudepierre

Categories Dinner

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 teaspoons Olive Oil
1/2 Yellow Onion (diced)
1 1/4 cup Cooked Brown Lentils (equivalent 1 can 15 oz, rinsed, drained)
1 1/4 cup Cauliflower Rice (fresh or frozen, see note to make your own*)
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoon Paprika
1/2 teaspoon Oregano
1/4 teaspoon Chili Powder
1/4 cup Vegetable Broth
3-4 tablespoons Vegan Worcestershire Sauce (or tamari sauce)
1/2 cup Tomato Paste

Steps:

In a large skillet, heat olive oil and stir fry the onion until fragrant - about 1 minute.
Stir in cooked, drained, canned brown lentils and cauliflower rice and stir fry for 1 minute.
Stir in spices: cumin, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt chili powder.
Stir in tomato paste, vegetable broth, and vegan Worcestershire sauce.
Reduce heat, simmer for 5-6 minutes or until the mixture thickens. The longer you cook the lentils, the thicker and dryer the sauce will be. For a smoother sauce, stop heat around 3-4 minutes.
Serve hot in my vegan, gluten-free flatbread recipe and follow my vegan, lentil taco recipe for filling tips!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving (1/4 cup lentil meat), Calories 75 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 522 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g