How to Make Instant Pot® Vegetarian Baked Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Baked beans are a classic dish that have been enjoyed for generations. They are a comfort food staple, great for picnics, barbecues, and family gatherings. While traditional baked beans are typically made with bacon or some other form of meat, this recipe for Instant Pot® Vegetarian Baked Beans offers a delicious alternative for those looking to enjoy a meat-free version of this beloved dish.

Using the Instant Pot® makes preparing these vegetarian baked beans incredibly easy and conve...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package dry navy beans, rinsed and picked through
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 ¼ cups vegetable broth
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Place beans in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot ®). Cover with water. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 25 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the quick release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Drain beans in a colander.
  • Select the Saute function and add onion, bell pepper, garlic, oil, smoked paprika, and garlic. Saute until onions are translucent, about 3 minutes. Turn off.
  • Return drained beans back to the pot. Add broth, maple syrup, vinegar, tomato paste, and mustard. Stir to combine.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build. Release pressure using the quick release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Remove the lid and let sit 5 minutes to thicken.
  • Nutrition

    204 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 141mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 12g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 89mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 657mg