Tasty Sloppy Lentils
Get ready to elevate comfort food with a plant-based twist in this quick and flavor-packed recipe for Tasty Sloppy Lentils! Perfect for busy weeknights, this 40-minute meal transforms tender, protein-rich lentils into a hearty and savory filling coated in a tangy, smoky sauce. Featuring a mouthwatering blend of tomato sauce, ketchup, maple syrup, and Worcestershire sauce (vegan-friendly if needed), this dish delivers bold layers of flavor enhanced by smoked paprika and chili powder. The sautéed onion, bell pepper, and garlic add aromatic depth, while the easy-to-follow steps make it ideal for cooks of all levels. Serve these sloppy lentils on soft hamburger buns for a messy-good sandwich or get creative by topping rice, baked potatoes, or even tortilla chips. This recipe is a satisfying, health-conscious take on a nostalgic classic that the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely diced yellow onion
- 1 medium, finely diced bell pepper
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups cooked lentils
- 1.5 cups tomato sauce
- 0.25 cups ketchup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (vegan if needed)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 whole hamburger buns (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and bell pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and fragrant.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, taking care not to burn the garlic.
Add the cooked lentils to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables.
Pour in the tomato sauce, ketchup, soy sauce, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to mix well.
Season with smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and reduce the heat to low.
Simmer the mixture for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Serve the sloppy lentils warm over hamburger buns for sandwiches, or as a topping for rice or baked potatoes. You can also use it as a dip with tortilla chips or crackers. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.9 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1364 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.2 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.1 g | ||
| Protein | 18.0 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 936 mg | 20% | |
*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.
