Vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes [GF]
Incredibly easy weeknight meal! Vegan lentil sloppy joes that are tangy, sweet and savory! Gluten-free, oil-free and absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry, uncooked green lentils
- 3 cups veggie broth
- 1 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1 cup chopped sweet onion
- 1 & 1/2 tsp chopped fresh garlic about 3 cloves
- splash of veggie broth for sauteing
- 5 tbsp ketchup
- 4 tbsp yellow mustard
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add dry, uncooked lentils and veggie broth to a medium pot. Stir, cover and turn heat to high. Start chopping your onion and pepper.
- Once the lentils are boiling, turn the heat to low. Stir the lentils and then tilt the lid and simmer for about 10-15 minutes or until the lentils are cooked-you want these soft but a little tender with some moisture left in the pot from the veggie broth . You do not want these overcooked and dry. Watch closely.
- When the lentils are cooking, add a couple splashes of veggie broth (or a little oil) to a large saute pan and turn heat to medium. Add chopped garlic and cook for a minute or two, stirring often. Next, add your onions and peppers and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring often.
- When your lentils are done, add them to the saute pan with the garlic, onions and peppers. Stir well.
- Turn heat to low (so the moisture doesn't cook out) and add all of the remaining ingredients. Stir well to incorporate.
- The longer the mixture is cooked, the more the moisture will cook out so make sure to remove the mixture from the heat when you are happy with the consistency.
- Serve on whole wheat buns and top with sliced onion and avocado (our favorite way!). Enjoy!
Notes
- You will need green lentils for this dish. Do not use red as they will get way too mushy.