Vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes
Sloppy joes are definitely a comfort food dinner. I am sure most of us ate these growing up. This lentil version is much healthier, but just as messy and delicious.
My son loves sloppy joes. I think this is partly because he likes anything that really makes a mess.
You still get the tangy sweet flavor from the original recipe, but with tons of nutrients. Lentils are packed with protein, fiber and iron so they are a great addition to any diet.
This recipe comes together quickly and most of the ingredients are things I usually have on hand. While the lentils are cooking you make the sauce. Then the lentils just need to simmer in the sauce for a few minutes after they are cooked. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
I serve mine on toasted gluten free buns and they go great with slaw.
VEGAN LENTIL SLOPPY JOES
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked lentils
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion
- 1 green pepper
- 2-3 cloves garlic
- 1 14 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp agave syrup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp chili powder
- buns for serving
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
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To cook the lentils fill a medium pot with water and bring to a boil. Add in the rinsed lentils and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until they are a little soft and then drain. The lentils will cook in the sauce as well so don't overcook them at this stage.
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While the lentils are cooking start the sauce. Chop the onion and pepper. Finely mince the garlic.
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Heat the olive oil over medium high heat in a large sauce pan. When the oil is hot add in the onions and peppers. Cook for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften. Add in the garlic and cook for another minute.
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Add in the remaining ingredients plus 1 cup of water and bring to a simmer. When the lentils are cooked and drained add them into the sauce and simmer for about 15 minutes. You can add a little more water if the sauce is thickens to much.
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Serve on toasted buns. Be sure to have lots of napkins!
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