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BBQ Lentil Sloppy Joes

BBQ Lentil Sloppy Joes: Flavorful Vegan Comfort Food Delight

BBQ Lentil Sloppy Joes combine savory lentils and tangy BBQ sauce for a delicious vegan meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Natural Pressure Release Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lentil Base
  • 1 cup green or brown lentils rinsed
  • 1.5 cups vegetable broth or water
For the Sautéed Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons Pompeian Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil can substitute with another high-quality olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced; yellow onion or shallots can be used
  • 1 medium carrot diced; can be substituted with bell peppers
  • 2 cloves garlic minced; fresh or garlic powder
For the BBQ Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste or ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Pompeian Organic Apple Cider Vinegar or regular vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons molasses can be substituted with maple syrup
  • 0.5 cups applesauce or pureed dates
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Serving
  • 4 whole wheat buns or gluten-free buns
  • optional toppings like pickles, cabbage, greens, shredded carrots, sliced onion, mustard, or avocado

Equipment

  • Pressure Cooker
  • Stovetop
  • skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In your pressure cooker, select the sauté function and heat 2 tablespoons of Pompeian Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes or until translucent. Stir in 1 diced carrot and cook for another 8 minutes. Finally, add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Turn off the sauté function and add 1 cup of rinsed lentils to the vegetable mixture. Pour in 1.5 cups of vegetable broth, followed by 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons of molasses, and 0.5 cup of applesauce. Stir well.
  3. Seal your pressure cooker lid tightly and set the valve to the sealed position. Select the beans function and cook on high pressure for 20 minutes.
  4. After 20 minutes, let the pressure release naturally for about 5 minutes. Then, carefully switch the valve to the venting position to release any remaining steam. Open the lid and stir the lentil mixture.
  5. Spoon generous portions of the hearty BBQ lentil mixture onto whole wheat buns. Customize with toppings and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 18gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 15gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Perfect for meal prep!

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