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2 cups lentils, rinsed and drained
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1 large green bell pepper, chopped
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2 medium carrots, shredded (1 cup)
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¾ cup chopped onion
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1 cup reduced-sodium hot-style vegetable juice or vegetable juice
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¼ cup no-salt-added tomato paste
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1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
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1 tablespoon reduced-sodium Worcestershire sauce
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2 teaspoons chili powder
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1 teaspoon cider vinegar
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3 cups water
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½ cup reduced-sodium ketchup
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2 tablespoons packed brown sugar (see Tip)
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16 whole-wheat hamburger buns, split and toasted
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1 Shredded carrot
Lentil Sloppy Joes
This simple recipe for slow-cooked sloppy joes is perfect for vegetarians as the traditional beef is replaced with heart-healthy lentils.
Nutrition Information
223
Calories
18g
Carbohydrates
6g
Protein
697mg
Potassium
6g
Fiber
4g
Sugar