Healthier Sloppy Joes

Name: Healthier Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 2 carrots, finely chopped; 0.25 cup chopped onion; 0.25 cup chopped green bell pepper; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 0.75 cup ketchup; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard; salt and ground black pepper to taste

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This healthier version of Sloppy Joes includes more veggies and real garlic. Be sure to serve on whole wheat buns!

Submitted by MakeItHealthy

Updated on November 21, 2024

close up view of a Sloppy Joe sandwich with tortilla chips on a white plate

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

40 mins

Total Time:

55 mins

Servings:

6

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Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

1 pound lean ground beef
2 carrots, finely chopped
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef, carrots, onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes. Drain off liquids.
Mix in ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard until thoroughly combined. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until sauce has thickened, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Editor's Note:

This recipe is a healthier version of Sloppy Joes.

134 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

252	Calories
16g	Fat
13g	Carbs
14g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 252
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g	20%
Saturated Fat 6g	32%
Cholesterol 57mg	19%
Sodium 411mg	18%
Total Carbohydrate 13g	5%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 14g	29%
Vitamin C 12mg	13%
Calcium 25mg	2%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 406mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

Healthier Sloppy Joes

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