Vegetarian Superfood Tacos with Citrus Slaw

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!

Overview

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

10 min

Total Time

25 min

Yield

2 servings

Serving Size

2 tacos (285 grams)

Corn Tortillas

Look for whole grain or non-GMO

4 small tortillas

Lentils, cooked

Green or brown lentils, well drained

1 cup

Red Bell Pepper

Finely diced

1/2 cup

Zucchini

Diced

1/2 cup

Purple Cabbage

Finely shredded, for slaw

3/4 cup

Carrot

Shredded, for slaw

1/3 cup

Fresh Cilantro

Chopped, for garnish (optional)

2 tablespoons

Lime

Juiced and zested, for slaw and garnish

1

Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas)

Raw or toasted, for topping (for extra zinc, magnesium, crunch)

2 tablespoons

Plain Greek Yogurt (low-fat)

For drizzle—choose fortified with B12, can sub with dairy-free yogurt if desired

2 tablespoons

Smoked Paprika

1/2 teaspoon

Chili Powder (no onion/garlic added)

Check label for no onion or garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon

Ground Cumin

1/4 teaspoon

Olive Oil

1 tablespoon

Chia Seeds

For slaw; rich in ALA Omega 3

1 teaspoon

Salt

to taste

Black Pepper

to taste

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

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

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Egg
Onion
Garlic
Meat
Fish
Shellfish
Peanut
Tree Nut