TURKEY SLOPPY JOES WITH AVOCADO SLAW

Turkey Sloppy Joes with Avocado Slaw image

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 them-you'll agree! -Jacyn Siebert, Walnut Creek, CA

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 20g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 889mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 19g protein.