Chipotle Red Lentil & Sweet Potato Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Slaw

Smoky chipotle red lentils and tender sweet potatoes make the perfect protein-packed filling for these vibrant stovetop tacos, topped with a refreshing cilantro-lime slaw. This satisfying weeknight meal is ready in just 30 minutes and is bursting with flavor and texture.

⏱️ 30 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 370 calories
Chipotle Red Lentil & Sweet Potato Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Slaw
Ingredients
  • 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
  • 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced small
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2.5 cups vegetable broth
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 medium lime, juiced
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)
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Instructions

1

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.

⏱️ 3 minutes 🌡️ medium
2

Stir in minced garlic, chipotle, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

⏱️ 1 minute 🌡️ medium
3

Add diced sweet potato and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sauté for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

⏱️ 3 minutes 🌡️ medium
4

Add rinsed red lentils, vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook until lentils and sweet potatoes are tender and mixture is thickened, about 13 minutes.

⏱️ 13 minutes 🌡️ medium-low
5

Meanwhile, toss shredded cabbage, cilantro, lime juice, and honey in a bowl. Set aside for flavors to meld.

⏱️ 3 minutes
6

Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, keeping them wrapped in a towel to stay warm.

⏱️ 4 minutes 🌡️ medium
7

Assemble tacos: Spoon lentil-sweet potato mixture onto tortillas, top with cilantro-lime slaw, and add sour cream if desired. Serve immediately.

⏱️ 1 minute
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Nutrition Information

370
Calories
18g
Protein
62g
Carbs
7g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! The filling can be made up to 4 days in advance and reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave.

They have a mild to moderate heat from the chipotle. Reduce the amount of chipotle for less spice, or add more for extra heat.

Try adding avocado slices, pickled onions, or cotija cheese for extra flavor and texture.

Red lentils cook fastest and get creamy, but green or brown lentils can be used; just increase the cooking time by about 5-10 minutes.

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