Whole30 Boston Baked Beans

Discover a healthier and equally hearty twist on a classic New England favorite with this Whole30 Boston Baked Beans recipe! Perfectly tender navy beans are slow-baked in a smoky, tangy sauce made with sugar-free bacon, date syrup, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard, delivering all the flavor minus the traditional sweeteners. This Whole30-compliant dish is loaded with wholesome ingredients and gets its deep, rich taste from a slow oven bake, allowing the beans to absorb all the delicious seasonings. Ideal as a comforting side dish or a satisfying main, these baked beans are sure to impress at your next family gathering or potluck. Try this paleo-friendly take on Boston baked beans for a guilt-free trip down memory lane!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Dry navy beans
• 6 slices Bacon, sugar-free
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 4 cups Water
• 0.25 cup Date syrup
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, compliant
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the navy beans under cold water and check for any debris or damaged beans. Soak the beans in water for at least 8 hours or overnight.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the soaked beans. Set them aside.

Step 3

In a large Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel to drain. Chop when cool.

Step 4

In the bacon drippings, sauté the diced onion over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, allowing it to cook with the onions and garlic for a couple of minutes.

Step 6

Add the soaked beans, water, date syrup, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Cover the Dutch oven and transfer it to a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C).

Step 8

Bake for 3.5 to 4 hours, checking occasionally and adding more water if the beans become too dry.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Serve hot, garnished with the reserved crumbled bacon.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1799.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2450.2

Total Fat 67.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 120mg	0%
Sodium 5191.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 324.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 74.1g	0%
Total Sugars 37.5g
Protein 152.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 805.1mg	0%
Iron 26.4mg	0%
Potassium 7627.4mg	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: 24.2%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 51.6%