Low Sodium Hearty Baked Beans with Ground Beef
Dive into the wholesome comfort of **Low Sodium Hearty Baked Beans with Ground Beef**, a flavorful and satisfying dish that's perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Featuring tender ground beef, sautéed onions, and vibrant green bell peppers, this recipe is elevated with the smoky warmth of paprika and the touch of natural sweetness from honey. Made with no-salt-added baked beans and a zesty homemade sauce, it's a healthier take on a classic favorite, without sacrificing taste. Baked to perfection for a bubbly, golden finish, these beans are as rich in flavor as they are in heartiness. Ready in just over an hour and generously serving six, this dish is an excellent low-sodium option for those looking for satisfying, savory comfort food. Serve it alongside cornbread or a fresh green salad for a complete and nourishing meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 15 oz cans no-salt-added canned baked beans
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Add the chopped onion, chopped green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef, sautéing until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute, ensuring it is well incorporated with the beef and vegetables.
Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to a large baking dish.
Add the no-salt-added baked beans to the dish and stir to combine.
In a small bowl, mix together the apple cider vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, ground cumin, ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, and water.
Pour the spice mixture over the beans and beef in the baking dish, stirring well to mix all the ingredients.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
After 1 hour, remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes until the top is slightly brown and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1340 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.0 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.4 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 348 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.9 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.4 g | ||
| Protein | 85.2 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 2209 mg | 47% | |
*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.
