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Instant Pot Lentil Sloppy Joes

Instant Pot Lentil Sloppy Joes
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Instant Pot Lentil Sloppy Joes offer a delightful twist on the classic comfort food, making them a perfect choice for busy weeknight dinners. This vegetarian dish combines hearty lentils with vibrant vegetables and a savory sauce that bursts with flavor. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, these sloppy joes are not only satisfying but also nutritious, appealing to both kids and adults alike. Serve them on toasted burger buns or over rice for a versatile meal that works well for family gatherings or casual potlucks. With their budget-friendly ingredients and wholesome profile, these lentil sloppy joes will become a new favorite in your recipe collection.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
  • 1 cup finely chopped carrot (2–3 carrots)
  • 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 ½ cups dry green lentils (rinsed and drained)
  • 15 ounce can tomato sauce
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup (or brown sugar)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 ½ cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth or water)
  • Toasted burger buns
  • Red onion or other toppings as desired

Instructions

  1. Sauté the vegetables: In the Instant Pot, heat olive oil using the Sauté function. Add chopped onion, carrots, and bell pepper; cook until softened (about 4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Cancel the Sauté function.
  2. Combine ingredients: Add lentils, tomato sauce, ketchup, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, mustard, chili powder, salt, pepper, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.
  3. Pressure cook: Secure the lid and set the steam valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes; note it takes about 15 minutes for the pot to come to pressure.
  4. Release pressure: After cooking ends, let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes before carefully venting any remaining steam.
  5. Serve: Stir the mixture well and serve on toasted burger buns with desired toppings.

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