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Easy Vegan Sloppy Joes

This delicious and easy vegan sloppy Joe recipe is made with whole food plant-based ingredients and can be made in about 30 minutes.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 187 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup green lentils
  • 9-10 cups of Cauliflower finely chopped (SEE NOTE)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil if you want this to be oil-free, use 3 tablespoon of vegetable broth
  • 1 small white onion finely diced
  • 1 red bell pepper core and seeds removed and finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon celery salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 26 ounce strained tomatoes
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce SEE NOTE
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup SEE NOTE
Extras
  • hamburger buns

Instructions

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  1. In a large pot, cook the lentils in boiling water for 10 minutes.
  2. Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower and finely chop it so that it resembles cooked ground beef. We find that a sharp chef’s knife is the perfect tool for this. A food processor leaves large pieces of the cauliflower and grinds some of it into an almost flour like consistency. Add the chopped cauliflower to the lentils and boil for 5 minutes.
  3. Drain the lentils and cauliflower in a colander.
  4. While the lentils and cauliflower are boiling, dice the onion and red bell pepper.
  5. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil or vegetable broth on medium-high heat and add the onion, bell pepper, cauliflower and lentils when the oil/broth is hot
  6. Test the oil by adding a small amount of cauliflower to the pan. If it sizzles, it’s ready. If you’re using broth, wait for it to start boiling.
  7. Stir to combine the ingredients and add the 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning, 2 teaspoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon of celery salt, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste, stir to fully combine.
  8. Cook for approximately 5 to 7 minutes, or until the onion and bell pepper soften, then add the minced garlic and cook for 2 more minutes.
  9. STEP THREE
  10. Add the 26 ounces of strained tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, and 2 tablespoons of vegan Worcestershire sauce and stir to fully combine with the vegetables and bring to a boil.
  11. Reduce the heat to simmer and cook for approximately 10 to 15 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
  12. Taste the sauce and add more seasoning or syrup if needed. Make it your own.
  13. Pile it on a bun and enjoy!

Notes

  • NUTRITION DISCLAIMER
  • RECIPE NOTES
  • Cauliflower – A large cauliflower should yield approximately 10 cups. If you find you have one or two cups less or more, it’s fine.
  • Maple Syrup – If you like a sweeter sauce, add more maple syrup. Only use PURE maple syrup, not processed syrup, such as pancake syrup.
  • Worcestershire Sauce – The Wizard’s vegan and gluten-free or Annie’s vegan Worcestershire sauce can be purchased in grocery stores or on Amazon. You can also make our homemade sauce or use tamari (gluten-free) or soy sauce.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cup Calories 187kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 386mg (16%) Potassium 996mg (28%) Fiber 13g (52%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 1018IU (20%) Vitamin C 86mg (96%) Calcium 95mg (10%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 187

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cup
Calories 187kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 386mg 16%
Potassium 996mg 21%
Fiber 13g 52%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 1018IU 20%
Vitamin C 86mg 96%
Calcium 95mg 10%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.