Vegan Sloppy Joes over Zucchini Noodles
As we are preparing for Daniel Fast at my Church I wanted to create some recipes to enjoy while we focus on prayer during this 21 day fasting. This one was a big hit as I was testing the recipe and invited my girl friends over. Enjoy xo
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, minced
- 1 carrot, minced
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup lentils, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 (15 ounce) can organic, no salt chopped tomatoes
- 2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 3 zucchini, spiralized
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
Directions
Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add oil once hot. Toss in onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté for about 4-5 minutes, stirring often.
Add chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Stir to combine. Add lentils and cook for 30 seconds.
Add vegetable broth or water in a pan with lentils over medium-high heat. Bring to a low boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for about 15-18 minutes, or until tender.
Add tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Stir to combine. Continue cooking the mixture over medium-low heat until completely warmed through and thick, stirring occasionally - about 5-10 minutes.
Taste and for any additional seasoning.
Take spiralized zucchini and let sit in a colander for 30 minutes seasoned with salt. Then lay on a paper towel. Drain all of the liquids. In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat add in about 3 tablespoons of oil. Add zucchini and a few cloves garlic, minced to the pan and cook for about 3 minutes; tossing around with tongs. Remove immediately and top with sloppy joes!