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Vegan Baked Beans

Delicious Vegan Baked Beans: Comfort Food Done Right

Transform dinner into a cozy celebration with these Vegan Baked Beans, a quick and deliciously satisfying dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Sun-dried tomato paste can add extra tang.
For the Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Vegan Worcestershire Sauce Tamari can be used for gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Blackstrap Molasses Maple syrup can be used as substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Mustard Adjust between yellow and Dijon as preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used but less smoky.
  • 1 dash Liquid Smoke Optional; increase smoked paprika if omitted.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Sugar or agave can be used instead.
For the Beans
  • 2 cans Great Northern White Beans Rinsed; can be substituted with cannellini beans.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Can use kosher salt.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Cayenne can be used for extra heat.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Chopped; optional cilantro can be used.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add chopped yellow onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Mix in tomato paste, vegan Worcestershire sauce, blackstrap molasses, and mustard. Stir for 2-3 minutes until well combined.
  4. Stir in smoked paprika, liquid smoke (if using), and maple syrup. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Gently fold in the rinsed Great Northern white beans until well coated in the sauce.
  6. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste. Allow to simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These vegan baked beans are nutritious and meal prep friendly, freezing well for quick meals.

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