Light Sloppy Joes

Savor the guilt-free comfort of Light Sloppy Joes, a healthier twist on the classic American favorite! This quick and easy recipe swaps traditional ground beef for lean ground turkey, delivering all the hearty flavor with fewer calories. A medley of finely chopped veggies—sautéed yellow onion, green bell pepper, and aromatic garlic—brings a wholesome depth to the dish, while a tangy, low-sugar sauce made with tomato sauce, Worcestershire, Dijon mustard, and spices adds a satisfying kick. Perfectly nestled on toasted whole-wheat buns, these Light Sloppy Joes make an effortless weeknight dinner that’s family-friendly, nutritious, and irresistibly delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for those seeking a lighter take on a beloved classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup tomato sauce (no sugar added)
• 0.25 cup ketchup (low-sugar or reduced-sodium)
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 buns whole-wheat hamburger buns

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the finely chopped onion and green bell pepper. Sauté for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until the meat is browned and cooked through.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Let the mixture simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly and the flavors have melded together.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Toast the whole-wheat hamburger buns lightly, if desired, and spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture onto the bottom half of each bun. Top with the other half of the bun.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Light Sloppy Joes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1323.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1591.7

Total Fat 56.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 324.0mg	0%
Sodium 4493.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.8g	0%
Total Sugars 44.8g
Protein 122.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 378.3mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 3102.3mg	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: 30.6%

Protein: 29.2%

Carbs: 40.2%