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    Home » Recipes » Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas con Rajas de Chile Poblano)

    Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas con Rajas de Chile Poblano)

    Last Updated June 4, 2019. Originally Posted January 18, 2018 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas y Rajas de Chile Poblano) is a meatless meal wonder. Loaded with yummy and bold Mexican flavors and completely satisfying. 100% vegan and healthy. 
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    You won’t miss the meat with these Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas y Rajas de Chile Poblano). So yummy, so delicious, and 100% vegan. Top with salsa, and serve with refried beans. Hope you enjoy! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    You won’t miss the meat with these Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas con Rajas de Chile Poblano). So yummy, so delicious, and 100% vegan. Top with salsa, and serve with refried beans. Hope you enjoy! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    I’ve traveled throughout most of Mexico, my friends. I’ve even lived in different states and regions (The United States of Mexico – no kidding). Right now, I am witnessing a healthy food movement that I’ve never seen before. Not just in Baja California where I spend a lot of time, but everywhere. There’s innovation across the nation. Pan Dulce made with Stevia. Vegan restaurants in Tijuana… as in multiple restaurants, not just one. Juice bars and low carb tortillas. It’s mind blowing!! You must understand what that means for the Mexicans living there now and what their idea of “authentic” Mexican food will be. Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas con Rajas de Chile Poblano) is something I saw at a restaurant not too long ago. I had to recreate it.

    Nothing warms you up like Mexican Lentil Soup, or Sopa de Lentejas. A big bowl of this soup is comforting, satisfying, and always enjoyable. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    You start with a big pot of lentils – no need to be gentle with the lentil. Whenever I make lentils, I always remember my mom’s lentil soup. They’re far more versatile than that though. I sometimes will stuff poblano peppers with lentils and cheese. A dish so delicious that even the redhead and the Hubs won’t ask “Where’s the beef?”

    You won’t miss the meat with these Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas con Rajas de Chile Poblano). So yummy, so delicious, and 100% vegan. Top with salsa, and serve with refried beans. Hope you enjoy! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    I added some calabacitas, or Mexican squash, to my Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas con Rajas de Chile Poblano). You can add other vegetables like carrots or green beans. You might even be able to sneak in some broccoli under the radar. Cook the veggies in a large skillet for a few minutes.

    You won’t miss the meat with these Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas con Rajas de Chile Poblano). So yummy, so delicious, and 100% vegan. Top with salsa, and serve with refried beans. Hope you enjoy! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    Then add the onion, jalapeño, and salt. I’m using red onion, but you can use regular white or yellow onion. Red is just what I had in the fridge. Cook for 1 minute.

    You won’t miss the meat with these Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas con Rajas de Chile Poblano). So yummy, so delicious, and 100% vegan. Top with salsa, and serve with refried beans. Hope you enjoy! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    Add the lentils and roasted poblano chile slices. Stir, cover, and cook for 5 minutes to make your Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas con Rajas de Chile Poblano). Don’t know how to roast a poblano chile? Check the video in this post!

    You won’t miss the meat with these Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas con Rajas de Chile Poblano). So yummy, so delicious, and 100% vegan. Top with salsa, and serve with refried beans. Hope you enjoy! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    Add some of the lentil mixture to each corn tortilla. Top with salsa and serve with refried beans and lime for freshness. These tacos are completely vegan. If you eat dairy, you can also add sour cream or cheese. iProvecho!

    You won’t miss the meat with these Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas y Rajas de Chile Poblano). So yummy, so delicious, and 100% vegan. Top with salsa, and serve with refried beans. Hope you enjoy! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas con Rajas de Chile Poblano)

    Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas y Rajas de Chile Poblano) is a meatless meal wonder. Loaded with yummy and bold Mexican flavors and completely satisfying. 100% vegan and healthy. 
    5 from 19 votes
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    Course: Vegetarian
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 579kcal
    Author: Maggie Unzueta

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
    • 2 calabacitas or zucchini diced
    • ¼ onion diced
    • 1 garlic finely diced
    • 1 jalapeño finely diced
    • 2 poblano pepper roasted, seeds, stems removed, and sliced
    • 2 cups lentils cooked
    • ½ cup water
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • Pinch whole oregano crushed
    • 1 tbsn Salt
    • 1 teaspoon Pepper
    • 10 Corn Tortillas
    • Lime optional

    Instructions

    • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil.
    • Add the calabacitas (or zucchini, if using)
    • Add salt.
    • Cook for 2 minutes.
    • Add the onion, garlic, and jalapeño.
    • Cook for 1 minute.
    • Add the lentils and poblano chile, water, cumin, and oregano.
    • Stir to combine.
    • Taste for salt and pepper.
    • Cover and cook for 3-5 minutes, until everything is cooked thoroughly.
    • Warm tortillas.
    • Add lentil mixture on top of each tortilla.
    • Serve with lime wedge and refried beans.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    You can add other vegetables like carrots or green beans. 
    I’m using red onion, but you can use regular white or yellow onion.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 579kcal | Carbohydrates: 94g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 1480mg | Potassium: 1417mg | Fiber: 36g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 491IU | Vitamin C: 75mg | Calcium: 133mg | Iron: 9mg
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    Filed Under: Healthy, Mexican, Recipes, Vegetarian

    About Maggie Unzueta

    Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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    Comments

    1. Alexandra

      February 28, 2021 at 5:16 pm

      5 stars
      So delicious and full of flavour!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        March 9, 2021 at 2:03 pm

        So glad you enjoyed this!

        Reply
    2. Debra

      February 28, 2021 at 5:40 pm

      5 stars
      Yum….always looking for more tasty vegetarian taco recipes.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        March 9, 2021 at 2:03 pm

        This is the perfect recipe then! Hope you try it

        Reply
    3. Jamie

      March 1, 2021 at 12:03 am

      5 stars
      Love the flavors here, especially the lentils!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        March 9, 2021 at 2:00 pm

        So glad you enjoyed this Jamie!

        Reply
    4. nicole

      March 1, 2021 at 8:13 am

      5 stars
      amazing! Loved it.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        April 14, 2021 at 11:34 am

        Thanks! Glad you liked it

        Reply
    5. Raquel

      March 1, 2021 at 9:09 am

      5 stars
      The perfect weeknight meal-we love tacos!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        April 14, 2021 at 11:33 am

        So good right? We love this one too

        Reply
    6. Amy

      March 1, 2021 at 2:27 pm

      5 stars
      Oh yum! Would never have though to put lentils in tacos!!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        March 2, 2021 at 3:48 pm

        Hope you try it! It’s delicious

        Reply
    7. Ksenia prints

      March 2, 2021 at 1:05 pm

      5 stars
      Such a simple recipe! Love it.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        March 2, 2021 at 3:23 pm

        Right? and delicious!

        Reply
    8. Catherine

      March 2, 2021 at 3:46 pm

      5 stars
      These were SO good! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        April 14, 2021 at 11:33 am

        So glad you enjoyed this Catherine!

        Reply
    9. Sara

      March 2, 2021 at 4:51 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so good! I can’t wait to try!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        April 14, 2021 at 11:32 am

        It’s delicious. Hope you try it!

        Reply
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