This Messy Susan Sandwich is the Sloppy Joe’s kinder, healthier, and just-as-tasty sister. A perfect recipe for a week when when fancy, labor-intensive dishes are on the docket. These sandwiches are low maintenance and simple to throw together, they make fantastic leftovers, and there’s no need to fuss over how pretty (or “unpretty”) they look.
Messy Susan Sandwich
Author: Kayli Dice
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Serves: 8 sandwiches
A healthy, plant-based spin on the Sloppy Joe. Enjoy these simple, savory sandwiches!
Ingredients
- 2 cups green lentils, uncooked
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 cup frozen bell pepper strips
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 15-oz. can fire-roasted tomatoes
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
- 8 whole grain buns
- Optional: pickled jalapeños
Instructions
- Put the lentils in a small sauce pot and cover with water by about 2 inches. Cover and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, until lentils are tender. Drain and set aside.
- While lentils are cooking, heat a deep skillet over medium heat. Add a splash of water. Sauté the onion and pepper until softened. Add the garlic and sauté a minute more. Add the cooked lentils, the chili powder, paprika, fire-roasted tomatoes, tomato paste, and vinegar. Simmer until thickened. Assemble sandwiches.
