How to Make Vegan Baked Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Whether you're a vegan, vegetarian, or just looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, these vegan baked beans are a must-try! Packed with flavor and protein, this savory dish is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a weekend BBQ. Not only are they simple to make, but they also can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences.

Traditionally, baked beans are made with pork or bacon, but this vegan version uses simple and wholesome ingredients to create...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package dry navy beans
  • 6 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups chopped sweet onions
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 4 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • ¼ cup firmly packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 hrs
  • Total Time: 5 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Place beans and water in a large pot, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, and continue cooking 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender. Drain, and transfer to a large casserole dish.
  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onions, and cook until tender. Mix in garlic, and cook until golden brown. Mix onions and garlic into casserole dish with the beans. Stir in the tomato sauce. Mix in brown sugar, molasses, vinegar, bay leaves, mustard, pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
  • Cover and bake 3 1/2 hours in the preheated oven, stirring frequently and adding water if necessary. Remove cover, and continue baking 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    251 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 480mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 13g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 119mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 880mg