Vegan Sloppy Joes Recipe

Name: Vegan Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons water; 3 cups water; 1 cup diced onion; 1/2 cup red bell pepper diced; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 cup steel cut oats rinsed and drained; 3/4 cup green lentils dried; 1/4 cup tomato paste; 1 teaspoon dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup; 1 teaspoon vegan Worcestershire sauce; pepper to taste; whole grain hamburger buns

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons water
3 cups water
1 cup diced onion
1/2 cup red bell pepper diced
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup steel cut oats rinsed and drained
3/4 cup green lentils dried
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
pepper to taste
whole grain hamburger buns

1
In a medium pot over high heat, add 1-2 tablespoons of the water, onion, red bell pepper, sea salt, and garlic powder. Stir through and let cook for 2-3 minutes.
2
Reduce the heat to medium-high. Add the oats, and stir through to cook with the seasonings for 2-3 minutes. Then add the lentils, tomato paste, Dijon, remaining 3 cups of water, balsamic vinegar, map[e syrup, and Worcestershire sauce
3
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover, and simmer for 35-40 minutes, stirring once or twice. At 35 minutes, check the lentils. They should be softened and most of the liquid should be absorbed. If not, cook another 5 minutes or so. The final mixture should be moist, but not soupy. Taste, and add black pepper and extra salt if desired.
4
Add to whole grain hamburger buns and enjoy!

133

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons water, 3 cups water, 1 cup diced onion, 1/2 cup red bell pepper diced, and more.

Yes, Vegan 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 Sloppy Joes

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