Vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes Recipe

Name: Vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 small onion, diced; 1 sweet red peppers or 1 yellow sweet pepper, diced; 2 sticks celery, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon chili powder (try chipotle or ancho for a spicier flavor); 1 cup French lentils; 28 ounces tomato sauce (796ml); 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar; 6 whole wheat buns (or bun of your choice) or 6 sprouted grain buns, sliced in half (or bun of your choice); Topping- Optional; Optional Toppings; relish; pickle; avocado; Coleslaw; onion; cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, diced
1 sweet red peppers or 1 yellow sweet pepper, diced
2 sticks celery, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder (try chipotle or ancho for a spicier flavor)
1 cup French lentils
28 ounces tomato sauce (796ml)
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
6 whole wheat buns (or bun of your choice) or 6 sprouted grain buns, sliced in half (or bun of your choice)
Topping- Optional
Optional Toppings
relish
pickle
avocado
Coleslaw
onion
cheddar cheese

1
Heat the olive oil in a medium, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, pepper and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes, or until they soften. Sprinkle in the cumin and chili powder; cook for an additional minute.
2
Add the lentils, 3 cups of water, tomato sauce, tomato paste, Sriracha and salt. Increase heat to medium and bring the lentils a simmer. Cook uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add more water if the level falls below the lentils.
3
Taste the lentils, and if they are sufficiently tender (stoves and pots may vary) adjust the salt and add the balsamic. Stir and serve over buttered buns you favorite toppings.

155

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 small onion, diced, 1 sweet red peppers or 1 yellow sweet pepper, diced, 2 sticks celery, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes

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