Low Salt Sodium Low Fat Turkey Sloppy Joes

Savor a guilt-free twist on a classic comfort food with these Low Salt Sodium Low Fat Turkey Sloppy Joes! Crafted with lean ground turkey, a medley of finely chopped vegetables, and a tangy homemade sauce made from unsalted tomato sauce, no-salt-added ketchup, Dijon mustard, and a hint of natural sweetness from honey, this recipe delivers bold, satisfying flavors while keeping sodium and fat to a minimum. Perfect for health-conscious families, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights. Serve the hearty turkey mixture on toasted whole grain buns for added fiber and texture, and enjoy a nutritious, flavorful meal that doesn’t compromise on taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 15 ounces unsalted canned tomato sauce
• 0.333 cup no salt added ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon low-sodium Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 pieces whole grain hamburger buns

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the lean ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until fully cooked and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat and set aside in a bowl.

Step 2

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and green bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Return the cooked turkey back to the skillet with the onions and peppers. Stir to combine evenly.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the tomato sauce, no salt added ketchup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, low-sodium Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the sauce mixture over the turkey and vegetables in the skillet. Stir to coat evenly and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed. Remember to keep sodium low by relying on the natural sweetness of the honey and acidity of the vinegar for balance.

Step 7

Toast the whole grain hamburger buns lightly, if desired.

Step 8

Spoon the turkey mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, then top with the other half of the bun. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1543.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1773.1

Total Fat 53.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 324.0mg	0%
Sodium 2444.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 224.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.8g	0%
Total Sugars 71.1g
Protein 123.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 580.0mg	0%
Iron 17.8mg	0%
Potassium 2768.3mg	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: 25.8%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 47.9%