Lentil Sloppy Joes
This simple recipe for slow-cooked sloppy joes is perfect for vegetarians as the traditional beef is replaced with heart-healthy lentils.
Ingredients
- 2 cups lentils, rinsed and drained
- 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, shredded (1 cup)
- ¾ cup chopped onion
- 1 cup reduced-sodium hot-style vegetable juice or vegetable juice
- ¼ cup no-salt-added tomato paste
- 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
- 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups water
- ½ cup reduced-sodium ketchup
- 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar (see tip)
- 16 whole-wheat hamburger buns, split and toasted
- 1 shredded carrot