Sloppy Jane's

Satisfy your cravings with a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food—Sloppy Jane's! Packed with protein-rich lentils and vibrant veggies like bell peppers, carrots, and onions, this hearty sandwich is a flavorful, meat-free alternative to the traditional Sloppy Joe. The rich, smoky sauce made with tomato, ketchup, brown sugar, and a medley of spices like smoked paprika and chili powder brings a tangy, sweet kick that perfectly complements the wholesome ingredients. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, these Sloppy Jane’s are served on toasted whole-wheat buns and can be personalized with toppings like zesty coleslaw, tangy pickles, or crisp shredded lettuce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this vegetarian delight will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups cooked green or brown lentils
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 0.33 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 whole-wheat hamburger buns
• 0 optional toppings (e.g., coleslaw, pickles, or shredded lettuce)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and carrot to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the cooked lentils to the skillet and stir to combine.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix together the tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the lentils and vegetables. Stir well to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Toast the hamburger buns if desired.

Step 9

Spoon the Sloppy Jane mixture onto the bottom half of each bun. Add optional toppings like coleslaw, pickles, or shredded lettuce, if desired, and then place the top half of the bun on top.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your plant-based Sloppy Jane S!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1539.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1830.8

Total Fat 53.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 5mg	0%
Sodium 1963.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 277.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 65.4g	0%
Total Sugars 73.6g
Protein 74.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 418.4mg	0%
Iron 26.4mg	0%
Potassium 2960.4mg	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: 25.4%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 58.9%