Lentil and Quinoa Tacos

4 servings – approx. 8 small tacos

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion, chopped
• 1 15-oz can lentils, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup uncooked quinoa
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 1/4 cup water
• Corn or wheat soft tortillas
• Optional toppings: shredded cheddar, tomatoes, lettuce, sour cream, salsa, etc.

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
• Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Drain excess liquid thoroughly once cooked.
• Wrap tortillas in aluminum foil and place in oven.
• In a pan, heat olive oil over medium-low heat and add onion. Cook for 1 minute or until onion is tender.
• Add lentils, cooked quinoa, and tomato paste. Stir and cook for 1 minute.
• Add taco seasoning and water. Stir well and cook for one minute. Remove from heat.
• Remove tortillas from oven and add desired amount of lentil mixture.

Serve with your favorite taco toppings. Enjoy!

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