Vegetarian Boston Baked Beans

Get ready to savor the comforting warmth of Vegetarian Boston Baked Beans, a plant-based twist on a classic New England favorite. This hearty recipe combines tender navy beans with a rich, smoky-sweet sauce made from molasses, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard, enhanced by the subtle depth of smoked paprika and apple cider vinegar. Slow-baked to perfection in a Dutch oven, these beans offer a wholesome, protein-packed dish that's both satisfying and flavorful. Perfect as a main course or a side dish, they pair beautifully with crusty bread or roasted vegetables. With simple ingredients and a low-and-slow cooking process, this vegetarian baked bean recipe is a must-try for cozy dinners and potlucks alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound navy beans
• 1 medium onion
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup molasses
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the navy beans under cold water, picking out any debris or damaged beans.

Step 2

Place the beans in a large bowl and cover them with water by at least 2 inches. Soak overnight for at least 8 hours. If short on time, use the quick soak method by covering beans with water in a pot, bringing them to a boil, boiling for 2 minutes, then soaking off heat for 1 hour.

Step 3

Drain and rinse the beans after soaking.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 5

Peel and finely chop the onion.

Step 6

In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the molasses, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, apple cider vinegar, vegetable broth, and water, mixing everything well.

Step 8

Add the soaked and drained navy beans to the pot, along with the bay leaf and smoked paprika.

Step 9

Bring the pot to a simmer over medium-high heat.

Step 10

Once simmering, cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.

Step 11

Bake the beans for 3.5 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened to your liking. If the mixture becomes too dry, add additional water or vegetable broth as needed.

Step 12

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 13

Serve warm as a main dish or side, garnished with optional fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1848.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1783.0

Total Fat 39.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5445.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 319.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.4g	0%
Total Sugars 169.1g
Protein 48.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 814.4mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 5333.5mg	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: 19.5%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 69.9%