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Lentil Sloppy Joes

April 2, 2025

Lentil Sloppy Joes

How to Make Lentil Sloppy Joes

These Lentil Sloppy Joes are a hearty and satisfying plant-based alternative to the classic version. Packed with protein and flavor, they make for a delicious and nutritious meal that is kid-approved! Add a tossed salad on the side to complete your Diabetes Plate


15 min prep time


30 min cook time


6servings


1 hamburger bun & about ½ cup lentil mix

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Step-By-Step Instructions:

  1. Place a saucepan over medium heat. Add the oil, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion begins to soften, 3–4 minutes. 

  2. Add the broth and lentils. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cover for about 20 minutes, until lentils are tender. 

  3. Stir in the tomato sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and spices. 

  4. To serve, divide lentils between buns. Top with lettuce and onion rings. 

  5. Serve with a tossed salad on the side. 

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Nutrition facts

6 Servings



  • Serving Size

    1 hamburger bun & about ½ cup lentil mix


  • Amount per serving



    Calories





    310

  • % Daily value*

  • Total Fat
    5g

    6%

    • Saturated Fat
      1g

      5%
    • Trans Fats
      0g

  • Cholesterol
    0mg

    0%

  • Sodium
    400mg

    17%

  • Total Carbohydrate
    55g

    20%

    • Dietary Fiber
      5g

      18%
    • Total Sugars
      8g
    • Added Sugars
      2g

      4%

  • Protein
    10g

  • Potassium
    361mg

    8%

Ingredients

white onion (sliced into 12 thin onion slices)
1 med

lettuce
6 leaves

whole wheat hamburger buns
6 whole

salt
1/4 tsp

smoked paprika
1/2 tsp

chili powder
1/2 tsp

Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp

brown sugar
1 tbsp

tomato sauce
1/4 cup

lentils (green, rinsed)
1 cup

low sodium vegetable broth
2 cup

garlic (minced)
2 clove

yellow onion (diced)
1 small

Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tbsp