Vegetarian Bbq Sloppy Joes

Get ready to redefine comfort food with these irresistible Vegetarian BBQ Sloppy Joes, a plant-based twist on a classic crowd-pleaser! This quick and easy recipe combines sautéed onions, bell peppers, and garlic with hearty plant-based ground "meat" or crumbled tofu, smothered in a smoky BBQ sauce infused with bold spices like smoked paprika and chili powder. The rich, tangy filling is nestled into soft burger buns, perfectly complemented by optional toppings like creamy coleslaw, zesty pickles, or fresh avocado slices. Ready in just 30 minutes, these vegan-friendly sloppy joes are perfect for busy weeknights, backyard barbecues, or casual gatherings. Bursting with flavor and packed with wholesome ingredients, they’re sure to satisfy vegetarians and meat-lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 Yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 Bell pepper (any color), finely diced
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 12 ounces Plant-based ground 'meat' or crumbled tofu
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 0.75 cup BBQ sauce
• 0.25 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 Burger buns or sandwich rolls
• 1 serving (optional) Optional toppings: coleslaw, pickles, or sliced avocado

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, or until the vegetables are soft.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the plant-based ground 'meat' or crumbled tofu to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking up any large chunks, until heated through and lightly browned.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, mixing well to coat the mixture evenly.

Step 6

Pour in the BBQ sauce, vegetable broth, soy sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the mixture.

Step 8

Toast the burger buns lightly if desired, then spoon the vegetarian BBQ mixture onto the bottom half of each bun.

Step 9

Top with optional ingredients like coleslaw, pickles, or sliced avocado, if desired.

Step 10

Place the top half of the bun on each sandwich and serve warm. Enjoy your Vegetarian BBQ Sloppy Joes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1128.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1882.5

Total Fat 87.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 5mg	0%
Sodium 4830.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 209.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.5g	0%
Total Sugars 78.2g
Protein 86.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 532.9mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 2571.4mg	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: 39.9%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 42.5%