09/22/2026
VEGAN LENTIL SLOPPY JOES WITH BAKED POTATO BEET SALAD ON ARUGULA RECIPE
For the vegan lentil sloppy joes: Ingredients:
1 cup dry lentils, rinsed and drained
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Salt and black pepper, to taste
4 baked potatoes
Directions:
In a large pot, cook the lentils according to the package instructions.
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until soft.
Add the cooked lentils, tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Serve the lentil sloppy joes on top of baked potatoes.
For the beet salad on arugula: Ingredients:
4 medium beets, cooked and peeled
4 cups arugula
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions:
Cut the cooked beets into small pieces and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
In a large bowl, combine the arugula and chopped walnuts.
Add the beets to the arugula mixture and toss with the dressing.
Serve the beet salad on a bed of arugula.