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Slow Cooker Lentil Quinoa Taco

I- Ingredients for 6 servings (6 Tacos):

  • ¼ cup (48 g) brown lentils;
  • ¼ cup (48 g) beluga lentils or brown lentils;
  • ¼ cup (43 g) quinoa, rinsed;
  • 2 cups (475 ml) water;
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced;
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder;
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika;
  • Salt and pepper, to taste;
  • 6 soft or hard corn taco shells.

II- Directions:

  1. Add all the ingredients except the salt, pepper, and taco shells to the 1½- to 2-quart slow cooker and cook on low for 7 to 9 hours.
  2. Before serving, add salt and pepper.
  3. Taste and adjust any of the seasonings as needed.
  4. Serve in taco shells with lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, or any of your other favorite taco toppings.

III- Nutrition Facts per Taco:

  • 190 Calories;
  • Fat: 5g;
  • Saturated fat: 1.5g;
  • Cholesterol: 0mg;
  • Carbs: 29g;
  • Fiber: 7g;
  • Sugars: <1g;
  • Protein: 7g.

Smart Points Value: 6