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Classic Vegan Sloppy Joes

High protein vegan meal sloppy joe
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Cooking Method: ,
Cuisine:
Difficulty: Beginner
Dietary: Vegan
Description

A rich, tangy, and comforting plant-based sloppy joe made with hearty lentils or plant meat simmered in a savory, smoky tomato sauce.

Ingredients
  • ½ tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ medium yellow onion
  • ¼ medium green bell pepper
  • 1 clove garlic
  • ¾ cup cooked brown lentils (drained)
  • ⅓ cup tomato sauce
  • 1½ tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp vegan worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp chili powder
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1 whole vegan hamburger bun
Instructions
  1. 1
    Finely dice the yellow onion and green bell pepper.
  2. 2
    Mince the garlic clove.
  3. 3
    Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
  4. 4
    Add the diced yellow onion and green bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened and the onion turns translucent.
  5. 5
    Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. 6
    Stir in the cooked brown lentils, tomato sauce, ketchup, yellow mustard, vegan Worcestershire sauce, maple syrup, smoked paprika, and chili powder.
  7. 7
    Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thick, glossy, and coats the back of a spoon.
  8. 8
    Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  9. 9
    Split and lightly toast the vegan hamburger bun, then spoon the warm lentil mixture generously onto the bottom bun, cover with the top bun, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 612kcal
% Daily Value *
Cholesterol 3mg1%
Sodium 1622mg68%
Protein 19g38%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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