Low Carb Classic Baked Beans

Savor the comforting flavors of your favorite side dish with a healthy twist in this Low Carb Classic Baked Beans recipe! Packed with tender cannellini beans, smoky spices, and a hint of sweetness from a low-carb brown sugar substitute, this dish is perfect for anyone following a low-carb or keto lifestyle. The rich tomato-based sauce, enhanced with apple cider vinegar and aromatic seasonings, is baked to perfection, delivering a hearty, satisfying flavor without the sugar-laden ingredients of traditional baked beans. Ready in just an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe makes an excellent savory side for barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners. Rich in fiber, protein, and flavor, it’s a deliciously guilt-free take on a classic crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium bell pepper, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 15-ounce cans canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons low-carb brown sugar substitute
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and bell pepper and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are tender and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the drained and rinsed cannellini beans to the skillet.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste, ensuring it is evenly distributed among the beans.

Step 7

Pour in the diced tomatoes and broth, mixing well to combine.

Step 8

Add the apple cider vinegar, low-carb brown sugar substitute, smoked paprika, mustard powder, chili powder, black pepper, and salt.

Step 9

Stir everything together until the mixture is well combined and bring it to a simmer.

Step 10

Once simmering, transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.

Step 11

Bake uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the sauce is thickened.

Step 12

Serve the baked beans hot as a side dish or a main meal option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1854.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1261.4

Total Fat 34.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2758.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.4g	0%
Total Sugars 26.4g
Protein 56.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 629.3mg	0%
Iron 22.7mg	0%
Potassium 4479.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.9%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 58.8%