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vegan sloppy joes

Vegan Sloppy Joes

Sloppy Joes are some of the most popular burgers in the American cuisine! These vegan Sloppy Joes not only preserve the original flavors of the dish, but they're also healthy!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Choose Serving Size 4

Ingredients 

  • 4 burger buns
  • 1 cup lentils
  • 2 Tbsp coconut oil
  • ⅓ cup spring onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 pinch smoked paprika
  • ½ red onion sliced, for serving
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil for serving

Instructions

  • Add 1 cup lentils and 3 cups water to a pan. Set on medium heat and bring to a boil, then turn the heat to low and cook until the lentils are soft for about 30 minutes. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add oil, onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper and stir to combine.
  • Cook stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes, or until the peppers and onions are tender.
  • Add tomato sauce, sugar, soy sauce, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Stir to combine.
  • Add cooked lentils to the mixture and continue cooking over medium heat for about 5-10 minutes.
  • Lightly toast the burger buns and fill the buns with the lentil mixture and sliced onions, add some fresh basil and serve warm.