Vegetarian Bbq Sloppy Joes
Get ready to redefine comfort food with these irresistible Vegetarian BBQ Sloppy Joes, a plant-based twist on a classic crowd-pleaser! This quick and easy recipe combines sautéed onions, bell peppers, and garlic with hearty plant-based ground "meat" or crumbled tofu, smothered in a smoky BBQ sauce infused with bold spices like smoked paprika and chili powder. The rich, tangy filling is nestled into soft burger buns, perfectly complemented by optional toppings like creamy coleslaw, zesty pickles, or fresh avocado slices. Ready in just 30 minutes, these vegan-friendly sloppy joes are perfect for busy weeknights, backyard barbecues, or casual gatherings. Bursting with flavor and packed with wholesome ingredients, they’re sure to satisfy vegetarians and meat-lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 Yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 Bell pepper (any color), finely diced
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 12 ounces Plant-based ground 'meat' or crumbled tofu
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 0.75 cup BBQ sauce
- 0.25 cup Vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 Burger buns or sandwich rolls
- 1 serving (optional) Optional toppings: coleslaw, pickles, or sliced avocado
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the plant-based ground 'meat' or crumbled tofu to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking up any large chunks, until heated through and lightly browned.
Stir in the tomato paste, mixing well to coat the mixture evenly.
Pour in the BBQ sauce, vegetable broth, soy sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the mixture.
Toast the burger buns lightly if desired, then spoon the vegetarian BBQ mixture onto the bottom half of each bun.
Top with optional ingredients like coleslaw, pickles, or sliced avocado, if desired.
Place the top half of the bun on each sandwich and serve warm. Enjoy your Vegetarian BBQ Sloppy Joes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1882 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.6 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.0 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 4831 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.9 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.5 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.2 g | ||
| Protein | 86.4 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 533 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 23.8 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 2571 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.
