TURKEY SLOPPY JOES WITH AVOCADO SLAW RECIPE

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Sloppy Joes are a suppertime staple, but my friends always say this avocado slaw makes them seem brand new. The creamy, tangy slaw tastes perfect with the savory sandwich filling. Try themâ??youâ??ll agree! -Jacyn Siebert, Walnut Creek, CA

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound ground turkey
1 medium onion, chopped
1 envelope sloppy joe mix
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1-1/4 cups water
SLAW:
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2-1/2 cups coleslaw mix
6 hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat 7-8 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink and onion is tender, breaking up turkey into crumbles; drain.
  • Stir in sloppy joe mix, tomato paste and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, place avocado, oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt and pepper in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in coleslaw mix. Spoon meat mixture onto bun bottoms and top with slaw. Replace tops.
  • Yield: 6 servings.
  • Originally published as Turkey Sloppy Joes with Avocado Slaw in Simple & Delicious
  • June/July 2013, p19
  • Nutritional Facts
  • sandwich equals 402 calories, 20 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 51 mg cholesterol, 889 mg sodium, 38 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 19 g protein.
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