Heart-Healthy Classic Sloppy Joe Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Heart-Healthy Classic Sloppy Joe Sauce—a lighter and more nutritious twist on the iconic comfort food. Crafted with lean ground turkey, olive oil, and a hearty mix of finely chopped onion, green bell pepper, and garlic, this recipe delivers bold flavor without compromising on health. The sauce is a savory blend of no-salt-added tomato sauce, low-sodium chicken broth, tomato paste, and a medley of seasonings including Dijon mustard, paprika, and a touch of cayenne for optional heat. With just 40 minutes from prep to plate, this wholesome meal is perfect for busy families craving a delicious, guilt-free dinner. Serve it over whole-grain buns or brown rice for a fiber-rich, heart-friendly dish that’s sure to please! Keywords: heart-healthy sloppy joe sauce, lean ground turkey, low sodium recipe, quick dinner, healthy comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 ounces tomato sauce, no salt added
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
In a large non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, sauté for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until aromatic.
Add the lean ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the tomato sauce, chicken broth, and tomato paste, and mix until well combined.
Add the red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper if using, and stir to incorporate.
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve the sloppy joe sauce over whole grain buns or a bed of brown rice for a heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1095 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.3 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 324 mg | 108% | |
| Sodium | 698 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 99.0 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 223 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 3207 mg | 68% | |
*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.
