Almost Meatless Sloppy Joes

Sloppy Joes were originally made with ground beef, but this vegetarian version uses lentils as a delicious and nutritious alternative.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Almost Meatless Sloppy Joes

Cooking Method: Sauteeing, Simmering Cuisine: American Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 cup Lentils
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 unit Hamburger buns

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add onion, garlic, carrot, and green bell pepper. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
3. Add lentils, vegetable broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
5. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
6. Toast the hamburger buns, if desired.
7. Spoon the lentil mixture onto the bottom half of each bun.
8. Cover with the top half of the bun. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 12g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.