Lentil Sloppy Joe's

Lentil Sloppy Joe's

1fat
0.5protein
1starch
1vegetable
1condiment

Lentils are a great source of plant based protein! If you have some sitting in the pantry, and you're not sure what to do with them, try using them in this vegetarian version of the traditional "Sloppy Joe".

icon1 1/4 cups
icon55 minutes
Sandwiches
Diverticulosis
Vegan
Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Ingredients
4 servings
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  • Large carrot, shredded or diced
    1 carrot
  • Medium yellow or white onion, diced
    1 onion
  • Sweet peppers, chopped (~1-2 peppers)
    1/2 cup
  • Olive oil
    1 tablespoon
  • Dry raw lentils
    1 cup
  • Water
    1/3 cup
  • Canned, crushed tomatoes
    1 (12-16 ounce) can
  • Yellow mustard
    1/2 tablespoon
  • Worcestershire sauce
    1 tablespoon
  • Garlic, minced
    3 clove
  • Chili powder
    1/2 tablespoon
Directions
  • 1
    Combine carrot, onion, and peppers in dutch oven or stock pot with the oil over medium heat.
  • 2
    Sautee until soft, about 3-5 minutes.
  • 3
    Reduce heat to low and add the remaining ingredients.
  • 4
    Stir gently to combine, let simmer for 30-40 minutes until lentils are soft.
  • 5
    Serve on toasted buns, in lettuce cups, or open faced. Top with pickles, onion, herbs, tomato, etc!