Description
Switch up your Taco Tuesday routine with these Crunchy Vegan Taquitos! Perfectly crispy and oil-free, these delightful taquitos are filled with a savory blend of lentils and spices, making them both delicious and nutritious. Easy to prepare, they are adaptable for any occasion—whether it’s a family dinner, game night, or as a fun snack for kids. With endless filling options like mushroom chorizo or roasted cauliflower, everyone will find a favorite. Serve them with fresh salsa or vegan sour cream for an irresistible treat that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups brown lentils
- 1 large white onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 jalapeño pepper
- 2 cans fire-roasted tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Corn or flour tortillas
- Lime juice
Instructions
- Cook lentils: Combine brown lentils and vegetable broth in a pot; bring to boil, then simmer until tender (about 20 minutes).
- Sauté vegetables: In a skillet, sauté diced onion until translucent; add garlic and jalapeño.
- Mix fillings: In a bowl, combine cooked lentils, sautéed veggies, tomatoes, lime juice, and taco seasoning.
- Assemble taquitos: Roll filling in tortillas; secure if needed.
- Air fry: Cook in air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for about 10 minutes until crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg