Description
This Beef and Lentil Taco Meat is a quick and delicious recipe combining ground beef and lentils, flavored with taco seasoning, perfect for tacos, burritos, or as a topping.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Beef
- ¾ cup Cooked Lentils (Canned or cooked from Dry)
- ⅓ cup White Onion, very finely diced
- 2½ Tbsp Taco Seasoning
- ½ Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- ¼ cup Water
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion in about ½ Tbsp olive oil until soft and slightly browned.
- Add the beef to the pan and sauté until cooked through. Drain out and dispose of the fat.
- Turn the heat to low and add in the lentils, taco seasoning, and water. Sauté the mixture until all combined and the water is cooked out.
- Serve immediately! Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- Leftover mixture can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Adjust taco seasoning to taste if you prefer a stronger flavor.
- Can be used in tacos, burritos, or as a protein-packed topping for nachos or salads.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
