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Turkey Sloppy Joes

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How to Make Turkey Sloppy Joes

This family staple is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner! Using ground turkey instead of beef makes for a lighter version of this comfort classic.

Find this recipe and more in The New Soul Food Cookbook for People with Diabetes. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.


10 min prep time


20 min cook time


4servings


1/2 cup

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Step-By-Step Instructions:

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet and saute the onion and bell pepper until translucent. Add the turkey and cook about 5 minutes. Drain off any fat.
  2. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well. Simmer 15 minutes and serve on buns, if desired (not included in nutrition analysis).
Kid Friendly
Comfort Food
Quick & Easy
One Pot
Main Dish
Lunch
Dinner
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Nutrition facts

4 Servings



  • Serving Size

    1/2 cup


  • Amount per serving



    Calories





    220

  • % Daily value*

  • Total Fat
    5g

    6%

    • Saturated Fat
      0.9g

      5%
    • Trans Fats
      0g

  • Cholesterol
    65mg

    22%

  • Sodium
    400mg

    17%

  • Total Carbohydrate
    16g

    6%

    • Dietary Fiber
      2g

      7%
    • Total Sugars
      11g

  • Protein
    30g

  • Potassium
    660mg
    14%

Ingredients

canola oil
2 tsp

onion(s) (chopped)
1 cup

green bell pepper (chopped)
1 cup

lean ground turkey
1 lbs

no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 cup

brown sugar
1 tsp

ketchup
1/2 cup

crushed red pepper flakes
1 tsp

red wine vinegar
2 tsp

black pepper
1/4 tsp

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