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A vibrant plate of Healthy Turkey Sloppy Joes featuring golden-brown toasted buns topped with seasoned turkey mixture, colorful vegetables, and fresh herbs, styled with a rustic wooden background, with a side of green salad for contrast.

Healthy Turkey Sloppy Joes for Easy Weeknight Dinner

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A delicious, wholesome turkey sloppy joes recipe perfect for quick weeknight dinners, featuring lean turkey, flavorful seasonings, and fresh vegetables served on soft buns.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Whole wheat sandwich buns

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add ground turkey, cooking until browned.
  2. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic; cook until vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper; simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Toast the buns lightly and spoon the turkey mixture generously onto each bun.
  5. Serve hot with a side salad or vegetables for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Use lean ground turkey for a healthier option.
  • Add some crushed red pepper flakes for extra spice.
  • Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Carb, Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 290 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg