Lentil Sloppy Joes Recipe
Lentil Sloppy Joes are a hearty plant-based version of the classic sandwich. Brown lentils simmered in a rich, smoky sauce and served on toasted buns.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 354kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3/4 cup dried brown lentils
- 2 1/4 cups beef-style broth or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup yellow onion chopped
- 1/4 cup green bell pepper chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
- Ground black pepper to taste
- Hamburger buns toasted, for serving
Instructions
- Place lentils and broth in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to Low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until tender but not mushy. Drain any remaining liquid. (Skip this step if using canned lentils.)
- Set a medium skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. When the oil is hot, add onion and bell pepper. Cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
- Stir in cooked lentils, ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper.
- Reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, then spoon the mixture onto toasted burger buns. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 1160mg | Potassium: 655mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 405IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 106mg | Iron: 5mg
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