Paleo Classic Baked Beans
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with a healthy twist in this **Paleo Classic Baked Beans** recipe! This creative, grain-free take on a traditional favorite swaps out legumes for tender cubes of butternut squash, perfectly infused with a smoky, tangy sauce made from diced tomatoes, coconut aminos, and a hint of honey. Crisp bacon adds an irresistible savory crunch, while smoked paprika and ground mustard round out the bold flavor profile. Baked until beautifully tender in a single skillet or Dutch oven, this easy paleo side dish is ready in just over an hour and makes a perfect accompaniment to barbecue, roasted meats, or a hearty salad. Whether you're following a paleo lifestyle or just looking for a wholesome comfort food alternative, these Paleo "Baked Beans" will become a new favorite at your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups butternut squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 14-ounce can tomatoes, diced
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Peel and cube the butternut squash into small, 1-inch pieces to resemble beans.
In a large oven-proof skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, for about 5-7 minutes. Remove bacon, chop roughly, and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until translucent.
Add minced garlic to the onions and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juices, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, ground mustard, salt, and black pepper. Combine well.
Add the cubed butternut squash and water. Stir to coat squash pieces with the sauce.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover and transfer to the preheated oven.
Bake for 45-50 minutes until the butternut squash is tender and the sauce has thickened.
Remove the lid and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to slightly reduce the sauce, if needed.
Remove from the oven and stir in the crispy bacon pieces before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your Paleo Classic Baked Beans!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
224 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.2 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 804 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 683 mg | 15% | |
*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.
