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Vegan Taquitos

Satisfy Your Cravings with Crispy Vegan Taquitos Today

These Vegan Taquitos are delicious, satisfying, and surprisingly simple to make, perfect for family meals or entertaining.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 taquitos
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Lentil Filling
  • 1 cup Brown Lentils rinsed and picked-over
  • 1 medium White Onion or yellow onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Jalapeño omit for milder taste
  • 1 can Rotel Fire Roasted Tomatoes with Green Chilies or regular diced tomatoes with chili powder
  • 3 cups Organic Vegetable Broth or water
  • 2 tablespoons Vegan Taco Seasoning homemade is an option
For the Taquitos
  • 8 pieces Corn or Flour Tortillas use corn for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice or lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder optional
For Serving
  • 1 cup Salsa or Hot Sauce any favorite brand
  • 1 cup Vegan Sour Cream or avocado/cashew cream

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • air fryer
  • pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat your corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave for about 30 seconds until they’re pliable.
  2. In a pan over medium heat, sauté the finely chopped onion, garlic, and jalapeño until fragrant and translucent, about 5 minutes without adding oil.
  3. Add rinsed brown lentils, 3 cups of vegetable broth, one can of fire-roasted tomatoes, and your vegan taco seasoning. Stir well and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer covered for 30 minutes.
  4. After 30 minutes, stir the mixture, adding the remaining tomatoes, and adjust with additional broth until it reaches a thick and hearty texture.
  5. Place a generous spoonful of the lentil filling on one side of each tortilla. Roll them tightly, and lightly brush with fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of chili powder for extra flavor.
  6. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F and cook the taquitos for 7-10 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
  7. Alternatively, preheat your oven to 400°F, place the taquitos on a baking sheet, and bake for about 20 minutes or until crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taquitoCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Serve with your favorite salsa or vegan sour cream for dipping. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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