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Cauliflower lentil tacos with pico de gallo on white surface.

Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Tacos

Elevate your taco game with these delectable Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Tacos, where the robust flavors of earthy lentils and perfectly caramelized cauliflower come together, all topped off with a zingy Pico de Gallo for a burst of fresh flavors.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6
Author: Shilpa

Equipment

Ingredients

For the cauliflower lentil filling:

For the pico de gallo:

  • 2 ripe tomatoes diced
  • ½ red onion finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeno seeded and diced
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
  • ½ lime juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the tacos:

  • 6 corn tortillas
  • Cilantro sprigs

Instructions

  • Air fry the cauliflower: Toss cauliflower florets with one tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in the air fryer basket and roast for 12-15 minutes or until tender and lightly browned.
  • Toast the lentils: Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a pan. Add chopped onions and garlic. Cook until the onions are softened. Stir in cooked lentils, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • Combine the filling: Toss in the roasted cauliflower to the lentils and mix well.
  • Make the pico de gallo: Combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir gently and set aside.
  • Assemble the tacos: Warm corn tortillas in a dry pan or microwave for a few seconds. Fill each tortilla with roasted cauliflower and lentil filling, and top with a spoonful of pico de gallo. Add fresh cilantro sprigs and serve.

Notes

  • Warm tortillas before assembling the tacos. This prevents them from tearing and enhances their pliability.
  • For uniform cooking, ensure cauliflower florets are cut into similar-sized pieces. Also, do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
  • For added stability, use two tortillas per taco. This prevents any leakage and makes it easier to handle.

Nutrition

Calories: 121kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 94mg | Potassium: 226mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 155IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg
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