Red lentil sloppy joes are a nutritious and economical dish but most importantly they taste amazing. Red lentils are rich in iron, fiber, selenium, zinc, carbohydrates, protein, and vitamin B1. Plus, they’re an excellent source of phosphorus, manganese, and folic acid. Unlike other legumes, lentils cook in about 30 minutes and don’t require soaking so you can make a healthy meal when you are short on time.

Ingredients:

1 tbsp of coconut oil or vegetable broth

1 red bell pepper finely chopped

2 garlic cloves minced

1 medium onion chopped (approx 2/3 cup)

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 bay leaf

8 ounces tomato sauce

1 1/2 cups of water

1 cup dry red lentils

1 tbsp low sodium Worcestershire sauce

1 tbsp yellow mustard

2 tsp apple cider vinegar

2 tsp coconut sugar

1 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp ground black pepper

1 tsp salt (optional)

Directions:

Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat and add bell pepper and cook for 5 minutes or until softened, stirring frequently.

Add onion, garlic, and tomato paste and cook for one-minute stirring constantly.

Stir in the remaining ingredients, and heat to a boil over medium-high heat.

Cover with lid and reduce heat to low. Simmer 30-35 minutes or until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaf.

Serve lentils wrapped in lettuce leaves or on top of a gluten-free bun.

Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Recipe courtesy of Rebecca Downing from the Shred 10 recipe book.

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