Cooking Light Sloppy Joes
Satisfy your cravings without the guilt with these Cooking Light Sloppy Joes—an updated, wholesome take on the classic comfort food! Made with extra-lean ground beef, vibrant red bell peppers, and a savory-sweet sauce featuring low-sodium tomato sauce and reduced-sugar ketchup, this recipe is packed with flavor while staying mindful of your health goals. A hint of paprika and chili powder adds a smoky depth, while whole-wheat hamburger buns provide a heart-healthy twist. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy meal is perfect for busy weeknights. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and enjoy delicious Sloppy Joes without compromising on nutrition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound extra-lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce (low-sodium)
- 1 cup ketchup (reduced sugar)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 4 pieces whole-wheat hamburger buns
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Add the finely chopped onion and red bell pepper, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked.
Drain any excess grease from the skillet if necessary and reduce the heat back to medium.
Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
Simmer the mixture for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and flavors are well combined.
Toast the whole-wheat buns lightly if desired.
Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture onto the bottoms of the buns, dividing it evenly among the four servings.
Top with the bun lids, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
455 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.9 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 1225 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 35.1 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 993 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
