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Lentil Sloppy Joes
15 min prep time
30 min cook time
6servings
Recipe by
Emily Weeks, RDN, LD
Photo by
Emily Weeks, RDN, LD
How to Make Lentil Sloppy Joes
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! Add a tossed salad on the side to complete your Diabetes Plate.
15 min prep time
30 min cook time
6servings
1 hamburger bun & about ½ cup lentil mix
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Step-By-Step Instructions:
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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.
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Serve with a tossed salad on the side.
Nutrition facts
6 Servings
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Serving Size
1 hamburger bun & about ½ cup lentil mix
- Amount per serving Calories 310
- % Daily value*
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Total Fat
5g
6%
- Saturated Fat 1g 5%
- Trans Fats 0g
- Cholesterol 0mg 0%
- Sodium 400mg 17%
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Total Carbohydrate
55g
20%
- Dietary Fiber 5g 18%
- Total Sugars 8g
- Added Sugars 2g 4%
- Protein 10g
- Potassium 361mg 8%
Ingredients
white onion (sliced into 12 thin onion slices)
1 med
lettuce
6 leaves
whole wheat hamburger buns
6 whole
salt
1/4 tsp
smoked paprika
1/2 tsp
chili powder
1/2 tsp
Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp
brown sugar
1 tbsp
tomato sauce
1/4 cup
lentils (green, rinsed)
1 cup
low sodium vegetable broth
2 cup
garlic (minced)
2 clove
yellow onion (diced)
1 small
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tbsp
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