Halal Lentil Taco Filling (Spiced Cumin)

• 1 cup brown or green lentils, rinsed
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp oregano
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• Salt, lime juice, fresh cilantro
• Taco shells or tortillas

1. 1Sauté onion and garlic. Add spices and tomato paste; cook 1 minute.
2. 2Stir in lentils and broth. Simmer 18-22 minutes until lentils are tender and liquid mostly absorbed.
3. 3Mash slightly for texture. Finish with lime juice and cilantro. Use in tacos with toppings.
4. 4*Nutritional Value (per serving filling, approx.): 180 calories, 12g protein, 30g carbs, 1g fat, 12g fiber. Low fat, high protein.

Nutrition values are estimates.