Vegan Sloppy Joes

Name: Vegan Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped yellow or sweet onion; 1 cup chopped green or red pepper (, or a combo of both); 2 garlic cloves (, finely chopped); Drizzle of oil or broth to sauté; 2 cups broth ((see note)); 1 cup dried green or brown lentils; 15 ounces tomato sauce ((see note)); 1 tablespoon Tamari/soy sauce; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar; 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; Sea salt (, if needed (see note)); Burger buns; Pickles; Shredded cabbage or lettuce; Baked oven fries

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:30min

When we committed to a vegan lifestyle, I worried that my kids would miss out on definitive childhood meals; luckily, these vegan sloppy joes ensure there is zero fomo in my house. I use hearty lentils, rich tomato sauce, and colorful peppers and cook them into a savory, slightly smoky, perfectly saucy weeknight dinner that only takes 35 minutes to make.

Updated at: Thu, 15 Oct 2026 01:21:18 GMT