Experience a fresh take on classic tacos with this heart-healthy, vegetarian recipe that’s free of eggs, onions, and garlic—perfect for sensitive eaters seeking both flavor and balanced nutrition. Lentils provide a protein- and iron-packed base, while crunchy bell pepper, zucchini, and a vibrant purple cabbage-carrot citrus slaw add fiber, antioxidants, and beautiful color. These easy tacos are topped with chia and pumpkin seeds for a boost of magnesium, zinc, and healthy omega-3s, and finished with a light Greek yogurt drizzle for extra calcium, B12, and creaminess (with a dairy-free option provided). This meal is designed to promote satiety and healthy weight, support heart health, and keep you energized—all in under 30 minutes and just a few steps. Suitable for beginner cooks, customizable, and utterly delicious, these tacos make healthy vegetarian eating fun, filling, and crave-worthy!
15 min
10 min
25 min
2 servings
2 tacos (285 grams)
Look for whole grain or non-GMO
Green or brown lentils, well drained
Finely diced
Diced
Finely shredded, for slaw
Shredded, for slaw
Chopped, for garnish (optional)
Juiced and zested, for slaw and garnish
Raw or toasted, for topping (for extra zinc, magnesium, crunch)
For drizzle—choose fortified with B12, can sub with dairy-free yogurt if desired
Check label for no onion or garlic powder
For slaw; rich in ALA Omega 3
Steps
Calories per Serving
260
Total Fat
7g
Saturated Fat
1.2g
Trans Fat
0g
Monounsaturated Fat
2.5g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2.1g
Cholesterol
3mg
Sodium
300mg
Total Carbohydrates
38g
Dietary Fiber
10g
Soluble Fiber
4g
Insoluble Fiber
6g
Total Sugars
6g
Added Sugars
0g
Sugar Alcohols
0g
Protein
11g
Calcium
110mg
Iron
3.2mg
Potassium
670mg
Vitamin A
2100mcg
Vitamin C
36mg
Phosphorus
180mg