Legumes
How many calories in Cajun Lentil Tacos?
Flavorful tacos filled with Cajun-spiced lentils, topped with fresh veggies and a drizzle of hot sauce.
Per 100 g
220 kcal
2 tacos
396 kcal
(180 g)
| Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|
| 12 g / 100g | 30 g / 100g | 8 g / 100g |
In numbers
Where the calories come from
Protein 20% · Carbs 50% · Fat 30%
Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.
- 2 tacos (180 g, 396 kcal) is 20% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
- Burning 2 tacos takes about 97 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).
Compared with similar foods
Cajun Lentil Tacos is number 6 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 156 kcal per 100 g.
| Food | kcal / 100 g | Protein / 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Spiced Lentil Stew | 90 | 6.5 g |
| Lentil Vegetable Stew | 120 | 9 g |
| Stuffed Grape Leaves | 160 | 3.5 g |
| Oven-Baked Falafel | 196 | 9 g |
| African Peanut Stew | 215 | 9 g |
| Cajun Lentil Tacos | 220 | 12 g |
Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.
Health score
7/10
Weight loss suitability
Lentils are low in calories and high in protein, making them a great weight loss food.
Frequently asked questions
- Are these tacos spicy?
- Yes, they have a nice kick due to the Cajun seasoning.
- Can I make these ahead of time?
- Definitely! They can be prepped in advance and stored in the fridge.
- What are the toppings?
- You can add lettuce, tomatoes, and your choice of salsa.
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