Best 6 Healthier Sloppy Joes Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Craving a satisfying meal that's easy on the waistline? Look no further than this healthier version of the classic sloppy joe recipe by Tasty. This mouthwatering dish is packed with flavor and made with wholesome ingredients that won't leave you feeling weighed down. You'll be amazed at how simple it is to prepare this healthier take on a comfort food favorite. So, gather your ingredients, turn up the heat, and let's dive into the world of healthier sloppy joes!

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MEATLESS SLOPPY JOES RECIPE BY TASTY



Meatless Sloppy Joes Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, medium yellow onion, green bell pepper, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, textured vegetable protein, vegetable broth, tomato sauce, vegan worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, yellow mustard, hamburger buns

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

olive oil, to taste
½ medium yellow onion, diced
½ green bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon paprika
salt, to taste
1 cup textured vegetable protein
1 cup vegetable broth
15 oz tomato sauce, 1 can
1 teaspoon vegan worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons yellow mustard
4 hamburger buns

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, until semi-translucent.
  • Add the bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
  • Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and salt and cook 2-3 minutes more, until the garlic is soft and fragrant. Season with salt.
  • Add the textured vegetable protein, vegetable broth, and tomato sauce and stir well until combined. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, until most of the liquid has been absorbed.
  • Remove the lid and add the Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and yellow mustard. Mix to combine and cook for 3-4 more minutes, until the remaining liquid has been absorbed.
  • Serve on hamburger buns.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 652 calories, Carbohydrate 74 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 27 grams, Sugar 20 grams

SUPER SLOPPY JOES



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Mother made these fresh-tasting sloppy joes many times when I was growing up. She passed the recipe on to me when I got married. My brother-in-law says they're the best sandwiches he's ever tasted. And he ought to know-his name is Joe! -Ellen Stringer, Bourbonnais, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon steak sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon paprika
10 hamburger or hoagie buns, split

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the beef, onion, celery and green pepper until meat is no longer pink and the vegetables are tender; drain. , Stir in the next nine ingredients. Simmer, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Spoon about 1/2 cup meat mixture onto each bun. Freeze option: Place individual portions cooled meat mixture in freezer containers and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, gently stirring and adding a little broth / water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 473mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

HEALTHIER SLOPPY JOES RECIPE BY TASTY



Healthier Sloppy Joes Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: coleslaw mix, apple cider vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, dijon mustard, kosher salt, pepper, high heat oil, medium yellow onion, garlics, chilli powder, sweet paprika, dried thyme, tomato, medjool dates, lean ground turkey, tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, worcestershire sauce, medium carrots, zucchinis, kosher salt, pepper, hot sauce, buns

Provided by Crystal Hatch

Categories     Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

10 oz coleslaw mix
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon high heat oil, of choice
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 garlics, minced
1 teaspoon chilli powder
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons tomato
3 medjool dates, pitted and minced
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 cup tomato sauce
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
2 medium carrots, shredded
2 zucchinis, shredded
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 dashes hot sauce, optional
8 buns, of choice, toasted

Steps:

  • Make the slaw: In a medium bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, mustard, salt, and pepper. Toss well, then cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Make the sloppy joes: Heat the oil in a large, high-walled pan over medium heat. When the oil is shimmering, add the onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until translucent. Add the garlic, chili powder, paprika, thyme, tomato paste, and dates. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the tomato paste begins to brown.
  • Add the turkey and sauté until cooked through, about 3-5 minutes, stirring throughout. Add the tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine.
  • Add the shredded carrots and zucchini and cook down into the sauce, about 3-5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and hot sauce, if using.
  • Scoop the sloppy joe mixture onto toasted buns and top with the slaw.
  • Enjoy!

HEALTHIER SLOPPY JOES II



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This healthier version of sloppy joes includes more veggies and real garlic. Be sure to serve on whole wheat buns!

Provided by MakeItHealthy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
2 carrots, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
¾ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir beef, onion, green bell pepper, carrots, and garlic until beef is browned, about 10 minutes. Drain off liquids.
  • Stir in mustard, ketchup, and brown sugar and mix thoroughly. Reduce heat to low and simmer until sauce has thickened, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 56.8 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 411.4 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

HEALTHY SLOPPY JOES



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This Sloppy Joe recipe is tasty, filling, and packed with veggies! It's a slightly tweaked Cooking Light recipe.

Provided by 3LittleBirds

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 teaspoon olive oil
2 cups mushrooms, chopped fine
1 cup onion, chopped fine
1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped fine
1/4 cup celery, chopped fine
1/4 cup carrot, chopped fine
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces ground turkey breast
8 ounces ground round
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (8 ounce) can no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
salt
black pepper
hot sauce

Steps:

  • Combine ketchup and next 8 ingredients (ketchup through hot sauce), set aside.
  • Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat; add mushrooms and next 7 ingredients (mushrooms through ground round); saute 5 minutes until meat is browned, stirring to crumble.
  • Stir in ketchup mixture; bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve on toasted hamburger buns.

HEALTHY, TASTY, SLOPPY JOES



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Fast, flavourful food doesn't mean cans, sauces, packets and powders. It is possible to make healthy fast food, but it does require time and effort - well more time and more effort than using a can opener.

Provided by Zootalaws

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 5-6 Sandwiches, 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 kg lean ground beef
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 large tomatoes, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
2 teaspoons sugar or 2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 cup water
5 -6 hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Gently saute the onions until they are soft - you don't want to brown them, they need to be translucent and sweet.
  • Add the tomatoes, oregano, basil, mustard, tomato paste, sugar.
  • Simmer gently, covered, until the tomatoes are cooked, soft and loose.
  • Gently fry your beef until it is cooked, turn into the pan containing your tomato sauce. Add water.
  • Simmer gently until beef is tender and mixture has obtained 'sloppy' consistency.
  • Serve on split, toasted buns.
  • Alternatives and additions: Speed things up with a can of low-sodium tomato puree. Chopped mushrooms, sweetcorn, chile sauce, anything you can think of that your family or friends like can be added at the last stage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.1, Fat 24.9, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 130, Sodium 370.9, Carbohydrate 30.8, Fiber 3, Sugar 8.9, Protein 45.6

Tips:

  • Use lean ground beef or turkey to make your Sloppy Joes healthier.
  • Add plenty of vegetables to your Sloppy Joes, such as onions, peppers, and mushrooms.
  • Use a whole-wheat bun or a lettuce wrap instead of a white bread bun.
  • Top your Sloppy Joes with healthy toppings, such as avocado, salsa, or Greek yogurt.
  • Make a big batch of Sloppy Joes and freeze them for later.

Conclusion:

These healthier Sloppy Joes are a delicious and easy meal that the whole family will enjoy. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend lunch. With a few simple substitutions, you can make Sloppy Joes that are healthier and just as delicious as the traditional version. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give these healthier Sloppy Joes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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