High in protein, fiber and iron, lentils are wonderful. The key to a great healthy whole food plant based sloppy joe is a combination of meat-free meaty textures and low sodium spicy tangy seasonings. 10 minutes is all it took and the leftovers tasted even better than it did first time around!
Use in sandwiches, on top of low glycemic index grains, whole grain organic pasta, in whole grain organic wraps, taco shells, or on top of salad!
It’s fine if you use only one type of lentil or bean, but for a meatier texture you want to use a combination of two different size cooked or prepared lentils/beans. Finely and coarsely chopped vegetables can also be great in the mix. Taste along the way to get it seasoned just how you like! (Something you can’t do that with meat!)
Easy and Delicious Healthy Whole Food Plant Based Sloppy Joes
-2 cups of black mini lentils I believe they’re called Beluga lentils. In this case they were already prepared with no added salt and so I just reheated them in the microwave I purchase them from Target.
-One can of red lentils already prepared no added salt I purchased them from Whole Foods.
-One small can of tomato paste
-A can of water using the can of tomato paste was in
-optional ingredients 1/2 cup of any chopped sautéed in water vegetables such as onion, celery, tomato, peppers, mushrooms and zucchini.
Here are the seasonings that you could possibly use any combination of
-Splash of apple cider vinegar
-Fennel to taste
-Garlic powder to taste
-Chili powder to taste
-Onion Powder to taste
-Garlic Powder to taste
-Oregano to taste
-Dried crushed red pepper to taste
-Turmeric to taste
Instructions: Combine all ingredients and simmer until heated. Do not overcook. Great as leftovers. Serves 4-6
