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Vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes Recipe

A delicious and hearty vegan take on the classic sloppy joes, made with lentils.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup dry lentils rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 burger buns toasted

Instructions 

  1. 1. Cook the lentils according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. 2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. 4. Stir in the cooked lentils, tomato sauce, tomato paste, maple syrup, mustard, soy sauce, chili powder, paprika, and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, until the mixture has thickened.
  5. 5. Serve the lentil mixture on toasted burger buns.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 4mg

Keywords

Lentil, Sloppy Joes, Vegan
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