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Healthy Sloppy Joes Recipe

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This Healthy Sloppy Joes recipe offers a nutritious twist on the classic comfort food, using lean ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful homemade sauce. Ready in just 26 minutes, this dish is perfect for a quick, satisfying family meal served with gluten-free buns or baked sweet potatoes.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ½ medium yellow onion, minced
  • ¼ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¾ cup tomato sauce
  • ¼ cup unsweetened Primal Kitchen ketchup
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • ¾ teaspoon chili powder
  • 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)

For Serving

  • 4 gluten free buns or baked sweet potatoes

Instructions

  1. Brown the Meat: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spatula, for about 5 minutes until browned. Drain most of the fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
  2. Saute the Vegetables: Add the minced onion, green bell pepper, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir and cook the vegetables until soft, approximately 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the Sauce: Pour in the tomato sauce, unsweetened ketchup, water, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, chili powder, and hot sauce if using. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
  4. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken to your preferred consistency.
  5. Serve: Taste and season with additional salt as desired. Serve the sloppy joe mixture on toasted gluten-free buns or over baked sweet potatoes for a hearty and healthy meal.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with plant-based crumbles or lentils.
  • Adjust the level of spiciness by varying the amount of hot sauce.
  • Use gluten-free buns or baked sweet potatoes to keep the meal gluten-free.
  • To make this recipe dairy-free, avoid adding cheese toppings.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: Healthy Sloppy Joes, Ground Beef Recipe, Gluten Free Sloppy Joes, Quick Dinner, Easy Beef Recipe, Low Sugar Sloppy Joes

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