Vegetarian Baked Beans with Pineapple

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Vegetarian Baked Beans with Pineapple – a sweet and savory twist on a classic comfort food. This oven-baked dish combines tender baked beans with juicy pineapple chunks for a tropical flair, enhanced by a rich, smoky sauce made with tomato paste, brown sugar, and a hint of smoked paprika. The addition of apple cider vinegar and soy sauce adds a subtle tangy depth, perfectly balancing the natural sweetness of the pineapple. Easy to prepare, this recipe requires just 10 minutes of prep time before being baked to bubbly, caramelized perfection. Serve warm as a hearty side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main course, complete with crusty bread or your favorite salad. Perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or potlucks, this unique and flavorful dish is a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Canned baked beans
• 1 cup Pineapple chunks (canned or fresh)
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and smoked paprika to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and soy sauce. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Add the baked beans to the skillet and stir to coat them evenly with the sauce.

Step 6

Fold in the pineapple chunks, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 7

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 8

Transfer the bean and pineapple mixture to a baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 9

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbly and slightly caramelized on top.

Step 10

Remove the baked beans from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm as a main dish with crusty bread or as a side to complement your meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(926.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	920.6

Total Fat 16.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3791.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.9g	0%
Total Sugars 93.4g
Protein 27.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 324.7mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 2381.2mg	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: 15.4%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 73.2%