Vegan Cheesy Baked Beans

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Vegan Cheesy Baked Beans recipe, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Packed with hearty navy beans, a smoky tomato base, and a luscious homemade vegan cheese sauce made with nutritional yeast and almond milk, this dish strikes the perfect balance between creamy and savory. Smoked paprika and a touch of maple syrup add layers of flavor, while fresh parsley offers a bright finishing touch. Ready in just an hour, this protein-rich baked dish is perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or a cozy weeknight meal. Serve it warm with crusty bread, over rice, or enjoy it straight from the baking dish—comfort food never tasted so good!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups canned navy beans (drained and rinsed)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 cup nutritional yeast flakes
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium-sized pan over medium heat.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and smoked paprika to the pan and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and vegetable broth. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the nutritional yeast, unsweetened almond milk, cornstarch, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth. This will be your vegan cheese sauce.

Step 7

Add the drained and rinsed navy beans to the pan and mix until they are evenly coated with the tomato mixture.

Step 8

Transfer the bean mixture into a baking dish and pour the cheese sauce over it evenly.

Step 9

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1366.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1511.3

Total Fat 44.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3630.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 194.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 63.7g	0%
Total Sugars 45.3g
Protein 96.8g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 842.2mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 5219.1mg	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: 25.4%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 49.8%