Turkey Joes

Say hello to a healthier twist on a comfort food classic with these irresistibly savory Turkey Joes! Made with lean ground turkey, sautéed veggies, and a perfectly balanced sauce featuring tangy tomato sauce, sweet brown sugar, and bold Worcestershire, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Ready in just 30 minutes, Turkey Joes are an easy weeknight dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Toasted hamburger buns hold the hearty filling, and you can customize each sandwich with optional toppings like crisp lettuce, zesty pickles, or melted cheese. Perfect for busy nights or casual gatherings, these sloppy turkey sandwiches are as satisfying as they are simple to prepare!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground turkey
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 unit Small onion, finely diced
• 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 unit Green bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 6 units Hamburger buns
• 0 Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, pickles, or cheese

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to break it up as it cooks. Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the turkey is no longer pink.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything well to combine.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Toast the hamburger buns lightly, if desired.

Step 8

Spoon the turkey mixture onto the bottom halves of the buns. Add optional toppings like shredded lettuce, pickles, or cheese, and cover with the top bun.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Turkey Joes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1580.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1735.9

Total Fat 74.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 322.0mg	0%
Sodium 4146.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 179.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 91.6g	0%
Total Sugars 64.7g
Protein 174.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 213.0mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 571.3mg	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: 32.3%

Protein: 33.4%

Carbs: 34.3%