Sloppy Josephine Sliders Vegetarian

Get ready to elevate your next gathering with these irresistible Sloppy Josephine Vegetarian Sliders, a plant-based twist on the classic comfort food! Packed with hearty lentils and bursting with bold flavors from smoked paprika, chili powder, and a tangy Worcestershire-tomato sauce, these sliders deliver a satisfying bite that’s both wholesome and indulgent. The addition of sautéed bell peppers and onions adds a touch of sweetness, while a garnish of pickled red onions and fresh parsley brings a tangy and fresh finish to every slider. Perfect for vegetarians and loved by meat-eaters alike, these sliders are easy to prepare in just 40 minutes and are sure to be the star of your party spread. Serve them warm on toasted buns for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a casual main dish that's as comforting as it is flavorful!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Lentils (cooked)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion (finely diced)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper (finely diced)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1.5 tablespoons Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 cup Crushed tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 12 pieces Slider buns
• 0.75 cup Pickled red onions (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste, smoked paprika, chili powder, and ground cumin. Stir well to coat the vegetables and cook for 2 minutes.

Step 5

Mix in the brown sugar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, and soy sauce. Stir until combined.

Step 6

Fold in the cooked lentils and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 7

Simmer the mixture over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Toast the slider buns lightly, if desired.

Step 9

Spoon a generous portion of the Sloppy Josephine mixture onto the bottom half of each slider bun.

Step 10

Top with pickled red onions and chopped fresh parsley, if using. Place the top buns on and secure with a toothpick if needed.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1746.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2411.9

Total Fat 56.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6514.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 404.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.8g	0%
Total Sugars 84.9g
Protein 87.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 738.5mg	0%
Iron 35.0mg	0%
Potassium 3543.0mg	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: 20.4%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 65.4%