Sloppy Joes

A Sloppy Joe is a loose-meat sandwich consisting of ground beef, onions, tomato sauce or ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and other seasonings, served on a hamburger bun. It is an American comfort food that emerged in the early 20th century, with its name likely originating from a cook in Sioux City, Iowa.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

A typical serving is relatively high in protein from the beef and carbohydrates from the bun, with a moderate amount of fat. It provides iron, B vitamins, and lycopene from the tomato base, with a rough calorie count of 350-500 per sandwich depending on portion size and ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	390 kcal
Protein	21 g
Carbs	33 g
Fat	19 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	9 g
Sodium	890 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Vitamin C	8 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	5 mg
Zinc	4 mg

Per 1 sandwich (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The dish is culturally iconic for its messy, informal nature, often associated with casual family dinners and school cafeterias. Nutritionally, it can be a more affordable and accessible way to incorporate protein into a meal, though modern versions often use leaner meats or plant-based substitutes for a healthier twist.