Name: Lettuce Wrap Tacos
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 42 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 clove garlic, chopped; 1 (16 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed; 1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix; 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.75 cup chicken broth; Salt and ground black pepper to taste; 1 head iceberg lettuce, halved; 1 avocado, sliced; 1 tomato, chopped; 1 (3 ounce) can sliced black olives

Experience a delightful twist on traditional tacos with these vibrant lettuce wraps! Filled with a savory garbanzo bean mixture and fresh toppings, they're a light, flavorful, and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent (about 5 minutes).

02

Step

Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant (about 2 minutes).

03

Step

Stir in garbanzo beans, taco seasoning, and cumin. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the beans are soft (about 10 minutes).

04

Step

Mash the mixture with a potato masher until it reaches a desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

05

Step

Carefully pull lettuce 'cups' from the center of each lettuce half.

06

Step

Fill each lettuce cup with the garbanzo bean mixture. Top with sliced avocado, chopped tomato, and sliced black olives.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of crumbled cotija cheese.
Sun-dried tomatoes make a flavorful addition.
Adjust the amount of taco seasoning to your preference.
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the garbanzo bean mixture.

Agustin Ondricka

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