Chipolte Lentil Sloppy Joes

Sloppy Joes are an American favorite and can easily be turned into a meatless dish and be just as good with the use of lentils instead of ground beef.

The benefits of lentils are great. They do not contain any cholesterol and actually with the soluble fiber, they are packed helps with lowering cholesterol.
Other benefits include low-fat content, high levels of fiber help which stabilize blood sugar and 17.9 grams of protein per a one cup.
But most important is that lentils taste great in this recipe and any other that you use them in.

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Chipotle Lentil Sloppy Joes

3 cups cooked lentils

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 1/4 teaspoon chili powder

1 tablespoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon salt

4 teaspoon brown sugar

14 ounces tomato sauce, no salt added

Water as needed

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoon soy sauce (or soy-free alternative)

3/4 cup diced onion

3/4 cup diced bell pepper

2 diced chipotle peppers

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Directions:

Sauté the onions, peppers and garlic in the oil until onion is translucent. Add lentils and spices, stir, then add all other ingredients and cook uncovered (stirring occasionally) until thick like sloppy joes.

Yield: Serves 6

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 80