Kitchen Sink Sloppy Joes

Packed with bold flavors, hearty textures, and a medley of fresh ingredients, Kitchen Sink Sloppy Joes are a delicious twist on the classic comfort food. This recipe earns its name by incorporating a bit of everything—ground beef, sautéed onions, bell peppers, shredded carrots, zucchini, and more—all brought together in a rich, savory sauce made with tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Perfectly spooned onto toasted hamburger buns and optionally topped with melty cheddar cheese, these Sloppy Joes are a satisfying and veggie-filled meal that’s ready in just 40 minutes. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this dish is as customizable as it is convenient, making it a crowd-pleaser for all ages.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 large Carrot, shredded
• 1 small Zucchini, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 6 buns Hamburger buns
• 0.5 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up into crumbles with a wooden spoon. Once fully cooked, drain any excess grease and set the beef aside on a plate.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced onion, red bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet with the vegetables.

Step 6

Add the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together and the sauce thickens.

Step 8

Toast the hamburger buns lightly in a toaster or on a skillet if desired.

Step 9

Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom halves of the buns. If using, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top before placing the top half of the bun to complete your sandwich.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1800.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2313.8

Total Fat 144.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 361.1mg	0%
Sodium 5816.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 96.8g	0%
Total Sugars 47.5g
Protein 182.3g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 735.1mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 2645.3mg	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: 48.2%

Protein: 27.0%

Carbs: 24.9%