Get ready to savor the ultimate crowd-pleaser with these Low Fat BBQ Baked Beans—an irresistible blend of smoky, tangy, and subtly sweet flavors packed into a healthier, guilt-free dish! This oven-baked recipe transforms tender navy beans into a sauce-infused delight using wholesome ingredients like smoky paprika, honey, molasses, and apple cider vinegar. With just a touch of olive oil and no unnecessary fats, it’s the perfect side dish for barbecues, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Ready in just over an hour, this protein-packed and nutritious recipe delivers big BBQ flavor with minimal effort. Serve alongside your favorite grilled meats or veggies for a hearty, wholesome meal everyone will love! Keywords: low fat BBQ baked beans, healthy side dish, smoky baked beans, easy bean recipe.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large oven-proof skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it's soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add 3 cups of canned low-sodium navy beans to the skillet.
In a separate bowl, mix together the tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, molasses, honey, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and water.
Pour the sauce mixture over the beans and stir until the beans are well coated.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and allow it to cook on the stovetop for 5 minutes.
Transfer the skillet or pot to the preheated oven.
Bake in the oven for 45-50 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the sauce is thickened and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the beans cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve your low fat BBQ baked beans with your favorite grilled or roasted dishes.
Calories |
906 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 22.2 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2528 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.5 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.9 g | 135% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.0 g | ||
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 401 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2297 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.