Low Sugar Vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes

Total time50 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time40 min

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Ingredients

4 servings

1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
Bob's Red Mill Green Lentils, Petite French Style, 1 lb 8 oz (680 g)Simple Truth Organic Green Lentils Shiloh Farms Organic Green Lentils Bob's Red Mill - Beans Pet Fr Green Lentil Full Circle Organic Green Lentils
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2 ½ cups water
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp vegan worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp brown sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Brown-sugar replacements vary in moisture, spread, and browning, so follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
¼ tsp black pepper

For serving

4 vegan burger buns, split and toasted

Instructions

1
Combine the rinsed lentils and water in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20–22 minutes, until the lentils are just tender but still hold their shape. Drain any excess water and set the lentils aside.
2
Return the saucepan to medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and the onion is translucent, about 6–7 minutes.

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