Lentil Sloppy Joes
Summary
These Lentil Sloppy Joes are a hearty and satisfying plant-based alternative to the classic version. Packed with protein and flavor, they make for a delicious and nutritious meal that is kid-approved!
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- Prep time
- 15 min
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- Cook time
- 30 min
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- Servings
- 6 Servings
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- Serving size
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1 sandwich
Ingredients
Ingredients
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lentils (green, rinsed)
- 1 cup
- 1 cup
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp
- 1 tbsp
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tomato sauce (1/4 cup)
- 2 oz
- 57 g
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brown sugar
- 1 tbsp
- 1 tbsp
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Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp
- 1 tbsp
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smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
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whole wheat hamburger buns (1 1/2 oz each)
- 6
- 6
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chili powder
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
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lettuce
- 6 leaves
- 6 leaves
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salt
- 1/4 tsp
- 1/4 tsp
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white onion (sliced into 12 thin onion slices)
- 1
- 1
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yellow onion (diced)
- 1 small
- 1 small
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low sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cup
- 2 cup
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garlic (minced)
- 2 clove
- 2 clove
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Directions
Directions
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Place a saucepan over medium heat. Add the oil, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion begins to soften, 3–4 minutes.
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Add the broth and lentils. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cover for about 20 minutes, until lentils are tender.
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Stir in the tomato sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and spices.
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To serve, divide lentils between buns. Top with lettuce and onion rings.