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Summery Peach Corn Tacos with Basil Slaw

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 3 -4
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Ingredients

Slaw

  • ¼ head green cabbage, finely shredded
  • 1 big sprig basil, leaves removed and sliced
  • juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • sea salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Peach Corn Taco Filling

  • ⅓ cup french lentils, rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium shallot, small dice
  • 1 small red pepper, small dice
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder (ancho or chipotle are amazing)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 4 ears corn, kernels removed
  • 2 ripe peaches, pitted and diced
  • juice of 1 lime
  • sea salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Assembly

  • 10-12 small corn tortillas, warmed
  • 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and sliced
  • lime wedges

Instructions

  • Cook the lentils: place the rinsed lentils in a small saucepan with 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until lentils are tender but still have some bite. Set aside.
  • Make the slaw: combine the shredded cabbage, basil, lime juice, olive oil, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Toss to combine. Taste for seasoning and cover bowl with plastic wrap. Set aside in the fridge.
  • Make the peachy corn filling: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced shallot and red pepper. Sauté mixture until soft and slightly translucent. Add the chili powder and cumin. Saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the corn kernels and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper at this point. Cook, stirring frequently until corn is crisp-tender and slightly more golden, about 4 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat. Add the diced peaches, cooked lentils and lime juice. Check for seasoning and keep warm.
  • To assemble: Place 1/4 cup or so of peachy corn filling in each tortilla, top with avocado slices and a good tongs-full of slaw. Eat immediately.

Recipe Notes

  • The sautéed filling makes an awesome side dish all on its own. I would add some chopped basil to it to finish if you're going to go that route.
Summery peach corn tacos are filled with fresh components like juicy peaches and crunchy basil slaw. A fresh and easy vegan main course.