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Air Fryer Lentil Tacos

15 minute air fryer tacos! These vegetarian tacos are incredibly easy to make in your air fryer - just fill up the basket with assembled tacos and they cook super fast! Delightfully crispy, protein packed and delicious, these lentil tacos will please kids and adults alike on Taco Tuesday! If you're looking to add more legumes and meatless meals into your diet, this is one delicious way to put a healthier twist on tacos.
5 from 6 ratings

Ingredients

  • 8 hard taco shells
  • 1 can, 15oz or 400g of lentils
  • 2 tsps fajita or taco seasoning
  • ¼ cup (25 g) grated cheese
  • A big handful of shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 1 medium tomato, deseeded and finely chopped
  • 2 Tblsp of sour cream
  • 1 Tblsp chives

Instructions 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 180C / 360F.
  • Prepare the lentil filling. Add the drained, rinsed lentils to a large bowl and mix in the taco seasoning until it's fully coated.
  • Arrange the taco shells in the air fryer basket. Spoon the in the lentil filling (about two heaped spoonfuls per taco) and top with grated cheese.
  • Air fry at 180C for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the shells are super crisp.
  • Top with lettuce, tomato, sour cream and chives.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

I use a Phillips brand air fryer.
Serving: 1g, Calories: 321kcal, Carbohydrates: 40g, Protein: 12g, Fat: 13g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g, Cholesterol: 15mg, Sodium: 485mg, Fiber: 9g, Sugar: 4g

Equipment

Philips Viva Air Fryer