Healthy Sloppy Joes
Satisfy your comfort food cravings without guilt with these Healthy Sloppy Joes, a lighter twist on the classic favorite. Featuring lean ground turkey, vibrant bell peppers, and a savory homemade sauce sweetened naturally with pure maple syrup, this recipe is full of flavor with none of the guilt. Every bite is packed with rich, smoky spices like chili powder and smoked paprika, balanced perfectly with the tang of apple cider vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, these nutrient-rich Sloppy Joes are quick and easy to make, ideal for busy weeknights. Serve on hearty whole wheat buns and garnish with fresh parsley for an impressive, wholesome meal the whole family will love. Perfect for those seeking a healthier comfort food option that doesn’t skimp on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce (low-sodium)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pieces whole wheat burger buns
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the finely chopped onion and green bell pepper. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
Add the lean ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup. Mix well to combine.
Add the chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir the mixture and let it simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
Toast the whole wheat burger buns lightly, if desired.
Spoon the turkey mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, dividing it evenly among the 4 buns.
Top with the top half of the bun and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your healthy Sloppy Joes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1642 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.2 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 324 mg | 108% | |
| Sodium | 2722 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.2 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.5 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.6 g | ||
| Protein | 125.8 g | 252% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 631 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 3164 mg | 67% | |
*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.
