Delicious Lean and Mean Bbq Sloppy Joes

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with a healthier twist by whipping up these Delicious Lean and Mean BBQ Sloppy Joes! Made with your choice of lean ground turkey or beef, this recipe is packed with bold, smoky flavors thanks to a blend of no-sugar-added ketchup, low-sugar BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of smoked paprika. Sautéed onions, red bell peppers, and garlic add a savory depth, while a splash of apple cider vinegar balances the richness with tangy perfection. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy meal is served on hearty whole wheat buns for a wholesome touch. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, these sloppy joes are a guilt-free, flavorful crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground turkey or beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup no-sugar-added ketchup
• 1 cup low-sugar BBQ sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 buns whole wheat burger buns

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the finely diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the lean ground turkey or beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until fully browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.

Step 5

Stir in the ketchup, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar, mixing until the meat is well-coated.

Step 6

Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Lower the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 8

Toast the whole wheat burger buns if desired.

Step 9

Spoon the BBQ sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, then place the top half of the bun over the filling.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your lean and mean BBQ sloppy joes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1579.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1786.0

Total Fat 59.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 317.5mg	0%
Sodium 7512.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 189.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 46.7g
Protein 122.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 549.8mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 2312.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.9%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 42.6%