Description
A nutritious and hearty version of classic baked beans made with wholesome ingredients, perfect as a side dish or a vegetarian main.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (15 oz each) navy beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the beans, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, maple syrup, vinegar, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix everything well and bring to a simmer.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven (or transfer mixture to a baking dish) and bake uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
- Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use canned low-sodium beans to control salt levels.
- Add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg