Palmer Plates: Summertime Vegan Sloppy Joes

July 23, 2026

Bring comfort food to your next cookout with these Summertime Vegan Sloppy Sliders. Featuring PURIS® TPP 80, this recipe delivers all the savory, saucy goodness of a classic sloppy joe in a bite-sized slider that's perfect for summer gatherings, game days, or an easy weeknight dinner.

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Ingredients

1 lb PURIS® TPP 80 (pre-hydrated)
1 cup sweet onion, diced
½ cup red bell pepper, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce*
1 can Manwich® Sloppy Joe Sauce
Olive oil
Butter (or plant-based butter)
Slider buns

*For a fully vegan recipe, use a vegan Worcestershire sauce.

Instructions

1. Sauté the Vegetables

Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper, cooking for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

2. Add the PURIS® TPP 80

Stir in the pre-hydrated PURIS® TPP 80 and continue cooking until heated through.

3. Build the Flavor

Deglaze the pan with the Worcestershire sauce, allowing it to coat the protein and vegetables.

4. Simmer

Add the Manwich® sauce and stir well. Bring to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld together.

5. Toast the Buns

While the filling simmers, melt 1–2 tablespoons of butter (or plant-based butter) in a large nonstick skillet. Toast the slider buns until lightly golden.

6. Assemble & Serve

Pile the sloppy joe mixture onto the toasted slider buns and serve with a dill pickle spear and your favorite potato chips.

Why We Love PURIS® TPP 80

PURIS® TPP 80 delivers a hearty, satisfying texture that makes it an excellent plant-based alternative for classic comfort foods. Its ability to absorb bold flavors makes it ideal for recipes like sloppy joes, tacos, pasta sauces, and more.

Serving Suggestion

Complete your summer meal with crisp potato chips, fresh dill pickles, and your favorite backyard sides for a crowd-pleasing plant-based spread.