Low Fat Cheesy Baked Beans
Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food made lighter with this **Low Fat Cheesy Baked Beans** recipe! This delicious dish combines hearty canned baked beans with sautéed onions, garlic, and red bell pepper for a flavor-packed base. A hint of Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and smoked paprika adds a tangy and smoky depth, while a sprinkle of low-fat shredded cheddar cheese creates a luscious, gooey topping that you can enjoy guilt-free. Perfectly baked in just 30 minutes, this easy and healthy version of classic cheesy baked beans is an ideal side dish or vegetarian main course. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, it’s a wholesome, crowd-pleasing favorite! Whether you're hosting a barbecue or looking for a cozy weeknight meal, this recipe offers all the bold flavors you crave without the extra calories.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 30 oz canned baked beans
- 1 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
Chop the onion, mince the garlic cloves, and dice the red bell pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are soft, stirring occasionally.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with the canned baked beans, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
Transfer the bean mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle the low-fat shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the bean mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the cheesy baked beans warm, as a side dish or a main course, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1519 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.4 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 5560 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 226.8 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.8 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 90.2 g | ||
| Protein | 79.6 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1265 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 3380 mg | 72% | |
*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.
