Low Sodium Baked Beans with Bacon
Indulge in the savory-sweet perfection of **Low Sodium Baked Beans with Bacon**, a healthier twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Made with tender low sodium navy beans, crispy bacon, and a flavorful homemade sauce featuring no-salt-added tomato paste, dark brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of smoked paprika, this dish is bursting with rich, satisfying flavors while keeping sodium levels in check. The slow baking process ensures the sauce thickens beautifully and melds into the beans, creating a hearty side dish perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. With only 15 minutes of prep time and an irresistible smoky-sweet finish, this low sodium recipe proves that you don't have to skimp on taste to enjoy a healthier lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (canned, drained and rinsed) low sodium navy beans
- 4 slices low sodium bacon
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon no salt added tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy, about 7-10 minutes. Remove the bacon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble into small pieces once cool enough to handle.
In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add the diced onion. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the no salt added tomato paste, and cook for another 2 minutes, ensuring it mixes well with the onions and garlic.
Add the drained and rinsed navy beans to the skillet, mixing well with the onion mixture.
In a small bowl, combine the dark brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, ground mustard, black pepper, and water. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Pour the liquid mixture over the beans, stirring to ensure all the ingredients are well combined.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer on the stove, then remove from heat.
Cover the skillet or Dutch oven with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven.
Bake in the oven for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
After 1 hour, remove the lid or foil, and increase the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C). Continue baking for another 15-20 minutes to thicken the sauce.
Remove the baked beans from the oven and stir in the crumbled bacon pieces.
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your low sodium baked beans with bacon!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 607 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 258.5 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 76.9 g | 275% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.7 g | ||
| Protein | 68.3 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 561 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 20.9 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 3584 mg | 76% | |
*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.
