Heart-Healthy Classic Sloppy Joe Meat
Elevate a nostalgic favorite with our *Heart-Healthy Classic Sloppy Joe Meat*, a guilt-free twist on the traditional comfort food! This wholesome recipe swaps out beef for lean ground turkey, delivering the same hearty flavor with less fat. With the addition of olive oil, vibrant veggies like onion and green bell pepper, and a bold seasoning blend featuring chili powder, mustard, and low-sodium Worcestershire sauce, this dish is bursting with zest while staying mindful of sodium content. A touch of brown sugar balances the savory tomato-based sauce for a perfectly sweet and tangy finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this heart-healthy sloppy joe filling is served atop whole grain buns for extra fiber and nutrition, making it the ideal quick dinner idea for busy families. Perfect for those seeking a healthier take on an American classic while still indulging in its satisfying flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves Minced garlic
- 8 ounces No-salt-added tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons No-salt-added tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Low-sodium Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 4 pieces Whole grain buns
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are soft.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the lean ground turkey to the skillet and cook until it is browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, for about 5-6 minutes.
Stir in the no-salt-added tomato sauce, no-salt-added tomato paste, and low-sodium Worcestershire sauce. Mix well to combine.
Add the brown sugar, yellow mustard, chili powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir the mixture thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the mixture thickens.
Serve the sloppy joe meat on whole grain buns and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1746 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.6 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 324 mg | 108% | |
| Sodium | 1798 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 191.4 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.4 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.3 g | ||
| Protein | 122.8 g | 246% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 359 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 2568 mg | 55% | |
*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.
