Turkey Sloppy Joes

Health score
44%
Turkey Sloppy Joes
30 min.
4
752kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a delicious twist on a classic favorite? These Turkey Sloppy Joes are not only quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes, but they also pack a flavorful punch that will leave your taste buds dancing. Made with lean ground turkey, this recipe is a healthier alternative to traditional sloppy joes, while still delivering that comforting, messy goodness we all crave.

The secret to this dish lies in the vibrant blend of roasted red peppers, mushrooms, and a medley of spices that come together in a smooth, savory sauce. With the addition of anchovy fillets, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, each bite is a delightful explosion of flavor that will have you coming back for seconds. And let’s not forget the gooey shredded cheddar cheese that melts beautifully on top, adding that perfect finishing touch.

Whether you're serving it up for a family dinner or packing it for lunch the next day, these Turkey Sloppy Joes are sure to impress. Plus, they’re versatile enough to transform into a hearty chili or a comforting stew with just a few simple tweaks. So grab your frying pan and blender, and get ready to whip up a meal that’s not only satisfying but also a hit with both kids and adults alike!

Ingredients

  • fillet anchovy 
  • tablespoon brown sugar 
  •  hawaiian rolls 
  • cloves garlic 
  • pounds pd of ground turkey 
  • teaspoon hot sauce 
  • 0.3 cup catsup 
  • servings pepper black
  • teaspoon ground mustard 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 12 ounce roasted peppers red drained
  • servings cheddar cheese shredded
  • cup tomato sauce 
  • ounces mushrooms white
  • tablespoons worcestershire sauce 
  • small onion yellow

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • blender

Directions

  1. In a blender, combine the red peppers, tomato sauce, mushrooms,onion, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, anchovies,garlic, mustard powder, and hot sauce. Puree until smooth, then setaside.
  2. In a large sauté pan over medium-high, heat the oil.
  3. Add theground turkey and brown, breaking up any chunks, for 10 minutes.
  4. Add the tomato–red pepper mixture, stir well, then bring to asimmer. Cook for 5 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.Spoon the sloppy Joes onto the buns and top with cheese.
  5. One Dinner, Two Lunches
  6. NEXT-DAY SLOPPY JOESSloppy Joes arelike stew—they tasteeven better the nextday. And just addbeef or chicken brothto turn them into asubstantial stew.Wimpy salads neednot apply for thislunch. Sliced tomatoand fresh mozzarellaare the way to go.SLOPPY JOES CHILIJust add canned beans and sloppy Joes become chili.A robust take on simple green salad: chopped fennel and avocado, tossed with vinaigrette and black pepper.
  7. Copyright © 2013 by J.M. Hirsch, from Beating the Lunch Box Blues published by Rachael Ray Books/Atria, a division of Simon & Schuster, Inc. Available wherever books are sold.

Nutrition Facts

Calories752kcal
Protein50.55%
Fat27.32%
Carbs22.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
63.75
Glycemic Load
15.19
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
44.106522021086%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.88mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
3.73mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:752.14kcal
37.61%
Fat:23.17g
35.65%
Saturated Fat:8.45g
52.84%
Carbohydrates:42.23g
14.08%
Net Carbohydrates:38.45g
13.98%
Sugar:14.31g
15.9%
Cholesterol:220.71mg
73.57%
Sodium:2321.02mg
100.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:96.45g
192.9%
Vitamin B3:39.15mg
195.74%
Vitamin B6:3.33mg
166.46%
Selenium:105.2µg
150.28%
Phosphorus:1069.01mg
106.9%
Vitamin C:50.32mg
60.99%
Vitamin B2:0.97mg
57.18%
Zinc:8.23mg
54.85%
Potassium:1746.71mg
49.91%
Vitamin B5:4.28mg
42.84%
Magnesium:150.65mg
37.66%
Vitamin B1:0.56mg
37.63%
Vitamin B12:2.2µg
36.65%
Iron:6.58mg
36.56%
Calcium:363.37mg
36.34%
Copper:0.68mg
33.99%
Manganese:0.61mg
30.43%
Folate:109.6µg
27.4%
Vitamin A:1183.15IU
23.66%
Vitamin E:2.26mg
15.1%
Fiber:3.78g
15.1%
Vitamin D:1.65µg
11.03%
Vitamin K:7.48µg
7.13%
Source:Epicurious