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Healthy Sloppy Joes

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A guilt-free twist on the classic sloppy joes made with lean ground turkey and plenty of vegetables for a nutritious meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Ground Turkey
  • 1 cup Mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers, finely chopped
  • 1 can Black Beans, drained
  • ½ cup Tomato Sauce
  • ¼ cup Barbecue Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Instructions

  1. Add the ground turkey to a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
  2. Add the finely chopped mushrooms and bell peppers to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they soften.
  3. Stir in the black beans, tomato sauce, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Mix well.
  4. Season with chili powder, crushed red pepper, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust the spices to your taste.
  5. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until everything is heated through.
  6. Serve the sloppy joe mixture on whole grain buns or over a bed of lettuce for a low-carb option.

Notes

For a vegan option, substitute ground turkey with lentils or chickpeas and ensure sauces are vegan-friendly.

  • Author: elfassimaryam243gmail-com
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg
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