Vegetarian Baked Beans with Bacon
Experience the hearty, smoky flavors of classic baked beans with a clever vegetarian twist in this "Vegetarian Baked Beans with Bacon" recipe! Perfectly tender white beans are simmered in a rich, smoky sauce made with tomato, molasses, and warm spices like smoked paprika—offering that irresistible, bacon-like depth of flavor without any meat. A touch of apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard balances the sweetness, while soy sauce adds a savory umami kick. With minimal prep time and an hour in the oven, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or as a satisfying side dish at barbecue gatherings. Packed with bold flavors and plant-based goodness, these baked beans are proof that vegetarian comfort food can be just as indulgent and delicious! **Vegetarian baked beans**, **smoky flavors**, and **meat-free comfort food** are just a few of the SEO-friendly highlights of this irresistible recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 30 oz canned white beans
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp molasses
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Drain and rinse the canned white beans under cold water to remove any excess salt and preservatives.
In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Dice the onion and mince the garlic, and add them to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
Add the smoked paprika to the pot and stir well, cooking for another minute to release the flavors.
Stir in the tomato sauce, molasses, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
Add the drained beans to the sauce mixture, gently stirring to coat the beans with sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Cover the pot with an oven-safe lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven.
Bake for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the flavors are well-melded.
Once cooked, remove the pot from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, and then serve the baked beans warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2097 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5349 mg | 233% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 344.6 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 68.1 g | 243% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.7 g | ||
| Protein | 99.2 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 860 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 24.4 mg | 136% | |
| Potassium | 5550 mg | 118% | |
*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.
