Healthy Sloppy Joes
These meaty, cafeteria-style sloppy joes have all the flavor of the sandwich you grew up on, but they’re extra-lean so you can feel good about making them for your family.
Ingredients (makes 8 servings)
- 1-pound extra-lean ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeno, minced
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 1 can small red beans or pinto beans, preferably low sodium drained and rinsed
- 1 1/2 cups no-salt-added tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 8 whole-wheat burger buns
Directions
- Brown the meat and the onion in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, breaking up the meat into crumbles as it cooks.
- Pour the drippings out of the pan and discard.
- Add the garlic, jalapeno, and red pepper and cook 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the rest of the ingredients, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes more.
- Place a half-cup scoop of the mixture onto each bun and serve.
Nutrition
- Calories 248
- Total Fat 4g
- Carbs 37g
- Protein 18g
For a delicious and wholesome twist, try Ellie Krieger’s heart-healthy Sloppy Joes recipe that uses lean ingredients and plenty of flavor.
🌟 Ready to take charge of your health?
📧 Contact Lorie Eber, Certified Nutritionist, at Eberlorie@gmail.com for personalized nutrition advice and meal plans designed just for you.
💪 Start your journey to a healthier lifestyle today!
