Vegan Sloppy Joes
Sink your teeth into these hearty and flavorful Vegan Sloppy Joes, a plant-based twist on the classic comfort food! Made with protein-packed lentils and a rich, smoky sauce seasoned with paprika, chili powder, and a hint of maple syrup, this dish delivers a perfect balance of savory and sweet. A medley of sautéed onions, bell peppers, and garlic adds depth, while a splash of soy sauce and apple cider vinegar enhances the umami punch. Ready in under an hour, these sloppy joes are served warm on toasted buns and can be topped with crisp pickles for extra zing. Perfect for a family dinner or your next casual gathering, this one-pot vegan recipe is simple, satisfying, and sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dry green or brown lentils
- 2.5 cups Water
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium Bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 cup Tomato sauce
- 0.5 cup Vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 6 pieces Burger buns or sandwich rolls
- optional Pickles, optional for garnish
Instructions
Rinse the lentils under cold water and pick out any debris. Add the lentils and 2.5 cups of water to a medium-sized saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until tender. Drain any excess water and set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the tomato paste to the skillet and stir well, allowing it to caramelize slightly, about 2 minutes.
Stir in the cooked lentils, tomato sauce, vegetable broth, soy sauce, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together, and the mixture thickens slightly.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Toast the burger buns or sandwich rolls if desired, then spoon a generous portion of the lentil sloppy joe mixture onto each bun.
Serve warm, optionally garnished with pickles or any other favorite toppings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.3 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5749 mg | 250% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 237.5 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.7 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.0 g | ||
| Protein | 54.7 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 457 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 2374 mg | 51% | |
*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.
