Turkey Sloppy Joes
A healthier twist on the classic sloppy joes using lean ground turkey, simmered in a tangy and slightly sweet tomato-based sauce, served on hamburger buns.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 can tomato sauce (15-ounce)
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 buns hamburger buns, toasted
- Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, sliced pickles, cheese for serving
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey; cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, chili powder, and black pepper.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Serve warm mixture on toasted hamburger buns, topped with lettuce, pickles, or cheese if desired.
Notes
For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeño with the onions and peppers.