Vegan Gluten Free Lentil Sloppy Joes: Instant Pot
Are you craving a hearty, satisfying meal that's also packed with nutritious ingredients? Look no further than these Lentil Sloppy Joes!
Servings 10
Equipment
- 1 Instant Pot
Ingredients
- 1 cup carrots minced
- 1 cup green peppers minced
- 1 cup onions minced
- 2 tbsp garlic minced
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 2 cups tomato sauce 15 oz. can
- 4 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp vegan gluten free Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup organic sugar
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 1/4 cup green lentils rinsed
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 pack Gluten Free Buns substitute pita or wraps
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the lentils.
- Hit the sauté function on your Instant Pot and add ½ cup of vegetable broth. Let it warm for a few minutes.
- Add the garlic, diced onions, carrots, and celery. Let them simmer for a few minutes until softened.
- Stir in all the spices: chili powder, paprika, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar.
- Turn off the Instant Pot and add the remaining 4 cups of broth, tomato sauce, sugar, tomato paste, and lentils.
- Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to bean-chili 25 minutes, with a 10-minute natural pressure release.
- Once the pressure has been released, open the lid and mix the ingredients well.
- Serve the lentil mixture on your choice of bread product – whether it's gluten-free buns, pita breads, or wraps.
Notes
- These Lentil Sloppy Joes are great for meal prep! After enjoying them for a few days, you can freeze any leftovers to keep them fresh for longer.
- Feel free to customize the recipe to suit your taste preferences. You can adjust the spices or add additional vegetables for extra flavor and nutrition