{Slow Cooker} Beef & Lentil BBQ Sloppy Joes

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

lean ground beef

small-medium onion (finely chopped)

small zucchini (shredded (could substitute a carrot, other veg, or just leave out))

3/4 cup

split red lentils (dry)

1 1/2 cups

water or broth (beef, chicken or veg)

1 cup

ketchup

1 tsp

salt

4 tbsp

apple cider vinegar

1/2 cup

BBQ sauce

1/2 tsp

minced garlic

2 tbsp

Worcestershire sauce

1/3 cup

brown sugar

1 pinch

red pepper flakes