Sloppy Joes

These high-protein Sloppy Joes are a hearty twist on the classic American favorite, packed with savory flavor and nutritious ingredients. Perfect for a satisfying lunch, they offer a delicious balance of taste and nutrition.

Ingredients

• lean ground turkey - 250 grams
• onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• green bell pepper - 1/2, finely chopped
• garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• tomato sauce - 200 grams
• Worcestershire sauce - 1 tablespoon
• brown sugar - 1 teaspoon
• mustard - 1 teaspoon
• salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• whole wheat hamburger buns - 2
• olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and black pepper.
6. Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked turkey, stirring to combine, and let simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
7. While the mixture simmers, lightly toast the whole wheat hamburger buns.
8. Spoon the turkey mixture generously onto the bottom half of each bun, and top with the other half. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein to support muscle building and repair.
• Contains vegetables for essential vitamins and minerals.

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