Sloppy Joes Vegetarian

Savor the comforting flavors of a classic with a plant-based twist in these Vegetarian Sloppy Joes! This quick and easy recipe combines tender mushrooms, savory plant-based ground meat (or protein-packed lentils), and a flavorful tomato-based sauce seasoned with smoked paprika and chili powder for a smoky, tangy kick. Perfectly nestled in toasted burger buns and customizable with toppings like crunchy pickles or creamy coleslaw, it's a hearty, meatless meal that even carnivores will love. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vegetarian dinner idea is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether you're feeding a family or satisfying your own comfort food cravings, these Sloppy Joes are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups button mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1.5 cups plant-based ground meat (or lentils, cooked)
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (vegetarian)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 burger buns
• None optional toppings (e.g., pickles, coleslaw)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the finely chopped mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and start to brown.

Step 5

Stir in the plant-based ground meat or cooked lentils and cook for 3-4 minutes to heat through.

Step 6

Add the tomato sauce, ketchup, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Simmer the mixture over low heat for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 8

Toast the burger buns lightly, if desired.

Step 9

Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, then top with optional toppings if using.

Step 10

Finish with the top half of the buns and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1584.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1444.8

Total Fat 39.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2940.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.0g	0%
Total Sugars 58.9g
Protein 59.3g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 283.2mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 3237.5mg	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: 24.2%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 59.5%