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Vegetarian Black Bean Sloppy Joes
These Vegetarian Black Bean Sloppy Joes are quick to make and eat. But wear your bib because these are saucy and messy!
Servings 2
Ingredients
- 2 Tb coconut oil
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced
- 1 ¾ cup frozen* cherry tomatoes preferably organic
- 1 garlic clove finely minced
- 2 cups cooked black beans or 1 x 19-oz. BPA-free can of organic black beans if using canned, drain and rinse very well
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp chile powder
- ½ tsp ground allspice
- fresh ground pepper to taste
- ½ Tbsp coconut sugar
- 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
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In a large saucepan, melt the coconut oil over medium heat and sweat the red onion for 2 minutes or until translucent.
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Blend the frozen cherry tomatoes with 2 cups water and add to the saucepan. Add the garlic, black beans, salt, spices, coconut sugar and balsamic vinegar.
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Cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until the mixture has reduced into a thick, sloppy sauce.
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Serve over quinoa, brown rice or buns of your choice.
Recipe Notes
*I use frozen cherry tomatoes because I always have them on hand from my garden. If you have fresh cherry tomatoes, use them and just reduce the amount of water you blend with the tomatoes to 1 2/3 cups.