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Nachos Fries with Vegan Lentil Taco Meat

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 20oz bag frozen sweet potato fries (I used Alexia brand)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/3 cup chopped red onions
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 heaping cup cooked lentils
  • 1/4 cup walnuts finely chopped (you can pulse in a food processor if it's easier for you)
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 8-10 oz of vegan queso I used Siete Foods brand
  • 1 cup corn frozen or from a can
  • 1 15oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • to garnish: shredded romaine

Instructions

  • Cook the frozen sweet potato fries per the package instructions.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the taco meat. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once oil is shimmering, add the onions and garlic and cook for 3-5 minutes or until translucent. Add the tomato paste and stir until vegetables are coated. Add the lentils, walnuts, and taco seasoning and stir to combine. Cook for 3-5 minutes to let the flavors combine. Once finished, transfer to a food processor and chop to make a more ground meat like texture. Set aside.
  • While taco meat is cooking, pour the queso into a small pot over low heat and warm. Turn off heat once warmed.
  • Once taco meat is done, set the taco meat aside in a bowl and immediately add the corn and beans to the skillet. Cook until warmed through, about 3 minutes.
  • Build your bowls. Divide the fries onto 4 plates, top with lentil taco meat, black beans, corn, queso, and shredded romaine. Serve.