Whole30 Classic Baked Beans

Savor the comforting flavors of Whole30 Classic Baked Beans—a creative, legume-free twist on the traditional dish, perfect for anyone following a Whole30 or paleo lifestyle. This hearty recipe swaps beans for a wholesome blend of sweet potatoes and carrots, simmered with crushed tomatoes, smoky paprika, and tangy apple cider vinegar for that signature baked bean flavor. Coconut aminos add a subtle sweetness, while a hint of mustard powder brings depth to every bite. Prepared in a single oven-safe pot, this dish is as convenient as it is delicious, with minimal cleanup required. Serve these flavorful baked "beans" as a satisfying side or a nourishing main course—it’s a versatile, plant-based delight that everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium sweet potatoes
• 4 medium carrots
• 1 large onion
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes (no sugar added)
• 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel and dice the sweet potatoes and carrots into small, uniform pieces.

Step 3

Chop the onion finely.

Step 4

In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Add diced sweet potatoes and carrots to the pot, stir, and cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, mustard powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Add the water and bring to a simmer while stirring to combine the ingredients well.

Step 9

Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven.

Step 10

Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes and carrots are tender, stirring halfway through the cooking time.

Step 11

Once done, remove the pot from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1478.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	836.1

Total Fat 30.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3547.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 130.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.8g	0%
Total Sugars 54.8g
Protein 14.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 303.2mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 2052.5mg	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: 32.4%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 61.0%