Turkey Black Bean Sloppy Joes in Acorn Squash Bowls
How to make turkey black bean sloppy joes - This quick and easy healthy recipe uses ground turkey to make traditional sloppy joes. Great recipe for two with leftovers and kids like it, too. Can be made as a sandwich or use the gluten-free, low carb option. This is the best weeknight dinner recipe because it's so simple and delicious.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 clove garlic pressed
- 2 cups black beans or one 15 oz. can
- 15 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoons horseradish mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 3 acorn squash
Instructions
- Pierce acorn squash with a knife. Microwave each squash for 9 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Preheat a large skillet on medium. When hot, add ground turkey, onion, and garlic. Cover and heat until turkey is browned and vegetables are tender.
- Stir in remaining ingredients. Simmer, uncovered, for at least 10 minutes.
- While Sloppy Joe mixture simmers, cut the squash in half and remove seeds.
- When Sloppy Joe mixture is thickened, spoon it into the well in the squash halves and serve.
Notes
You can also add a scoop of this filling to a roll for a hearty and low calorie sandwich.
Nutrition
Calories: 283kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 322mg | Potassium: 1501mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1452IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 127mg | Iron: 5mg
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