Low Fat Hearty Baked Beans with Ground Beef

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Low Fat Hearty Baked Beans with Ground Beef recipe—perfect for satisfying cravings while keeping it light. Packed with a nutritious trio of kidney, black, and navy beans, and paired with lean ground beef, this dish is both hearty and wholesome. A blend of smoked paprika, cumin, and a splash of apple cider vinegar brings a smoky-sweet depth of flavor, while brown sugar and crushed tomatoes create a luscious, thick sauce. Simmered and baked to perfection in under two hours, this protein-packed meal is ideal for a family dinner or meal prep. Serve it hot straight from your Dutch oven and enjoy the rich, comforting taste of these low-fat baked beans, guilt-free! Keywords: low-fat baked beans, hearty baked beans, baked beans with ground beef, healthy bean recipes, oven-baked comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 15 ounce canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounce canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounce canned navy beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounce canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pack baked beans seasoning mix

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 3

Add chopped onion to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add lean ground beef to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking apart with a spoon, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the canned kidney beans, black beans, and navy beans.

Step 7

Add crushed tomatoes and tomato paste to the pot, stirring to combine everything.

Step 8

Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and mix well.

Step 9

Add brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and the baked beans seasoning mix. Stir well to incorporate all ingredients.

Step 10

Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 11

Once simmering, transfer the pot to the preheated oven.

Step 12

Bake uncovered for about 1 hour, or until the mixture thickens and develops a rich flavor.

Step 13

Carefully remove from the oven and let rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Step 14

Serve hot and enjoy the hearty, low-fat baked beans with ground beef!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2828.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2838.3

Total Fat 65.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 281.1mg	0%
Sodium 12167.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 395.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 99.1g	0%
Total Sugars 96.7g
Protein 193.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 890.4mg	0%
Iron 42.8mg	0%
Potassium 6188.6mg	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: 19.9%

Protein: 26.3%

Carbs: 53.8%