Irresistible Lentil Smash Burger Tacos With Creamy Burger Sauce

Malcolm of Tapped In Wellness brings together two comfort food favorites in one unforgettable recipe with these Lentil Smash Burger Tacos, featured on the new season of New Day New Chef. Combining the hearty, savory flavors of a smash burger with the fun and convenience of tacos, this creative plant-based dish delivers big flavor in every bite.

The lentil-based burger mixture is seasoned with a blend of spices, mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers to create a rich, satisfying texture that mimics the experience of a traditional smash burger while remaining completely plant-based. Pressed onto tortillas and cooked until perfectly crisp, the tacos are topped with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and onions, then finished with a creamy, burger-inspired sauce that ties all the flavors together.

This inventive recipe proves that plant-based meals can be comforting, satisfying, and packed with flavor without relying on processed ingredients. It’s a fun weeknight dinner, a crowd-pleasing party dish, and a great way to introduce friends and family to creative vegan cooking. The combination of protein-rich lentils, fresh vegetables, and bold seasonings makes these tacos as nourishing as they are delicious.

Make these for your next taco night!

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Lentil Smash Burger Tacos

Author: Malcolm (Tapped In Wellness)

Ingredients

Lentil Burger Mix

• 1 can brown lentils about 15 ounces, drained
• 1/3 cup chickpea flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon regular paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1/2 cup mushrooms
• 1/4 cup onion
• 1/4 cup bell pepper
• 8 small tortillas

Burger Sauce

• 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon mustard
• 1 to 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 to 2 tablespoons sweet relish
• 1/2 cup vegan mayon

Instructions

• Mash the lentils in a bowl until mostly broken down, leaving some texture.
• Add chickpea flour, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, regular paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and ketchup. Mix well.
• Pulse mushrooms, onion, and bell pepper in a food processor until finely chopped.
• Add the chopped vegetables to a dry skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes to release moisture.
• Stir the cooked vegetables into the lentil mixture.
• Take about a golf-ball-sized amount of lentil mixture and press it thinly onto one side of a tortilla.
• Place the tortilla lentil-side down in a hot skillet. Cook for a few minutes until browned and set.
• Flip and cook briefly on the tortilla side until warm and slightly crisp.
• Mix vegan mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, and sweet relish to make the burger sauce.
• Top each taco with romaine, white onion, tomato, and burger sauce. Fold and serve.