Paleo Classic Baked Beans

Transform your comfort food cravings with this hearty, health-conscious twist on an iconic side dish—Paleo Classic Baked Beans! This creative recipe swaps traditional beans with tender, roasted butternut squash, capturing the rich flavors you love while staying true to paleo principles. Simmered in a smoky, tangy sauce made with coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey, every bite bursts with sweet, savory, and umami flavor. Crispy bacon adds a satisfying crunch, while smoked paprika and ground mustard deliver a delightful depth of flavor. Perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or cozy family meals, this grain-free, dairy-free makeover of a classic will quickly become your go-to paleo-friendly side dish. Ready in just over an hour, it’s proof that comfort food can be wholesome and indulgent at the same time!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups butternut squash
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 slices bacon
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 14-ounce can tomatoes, diced
• 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Peel and cube the butternut squash into small, 1-inch pieces to resemble beans.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, for about 5-7 minutes. Remove bacon, chop roughly, and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 6

Add minced garlic to the onions and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 7

Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juices, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, ground mustard, salt, and black pepper. Combine well.

Step 8

Add the cubed butternut squash and water. Stir to coat squash pieces with the sauce.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover and transfer to the preheated oven.

Step 10

Bake for 45-50 minutes until the butternut squash is tender and the sauce has thickened.

Step 11

Remove the lid and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to slightly reduce the sauce, if needed.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and stir in the crispy bacon pieces before serving.

Step 13

Serve warm and enjoy your Paleo Classic Baked Beans!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(970.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	814.8

Total Fat 40.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 31.7mg	0%
Sodium 3743.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 57.3g
Protein 17.3g	0%

Vitamin D 5.1IU	0%
Calcium 244.8mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 1689.5mg	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: 42.8%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 49.0%