Lentil Tacos

Ingredients

• 1 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon canola oil
• 1 cup dry lentils, rinsed
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup salsa of your choice (I use medium Pace Picante sauce)
• 12 taco shells or corn tortillas

Optional additional toppings

• diced avocado
• shredded cheese
• shredded lettuce, spinach, or kale
• diced tomatoes

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large, non-stick skillet. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until tender.
2. Add lentils, chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Cook and stir for 1 minute.
3. Add broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
4. Uncover and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until mixture is thickened. Stir in salsa and heat through.
5. Spoon about filling cup into each taco shell or tortilla and top with your favorite taco fixings.