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Vegan Baked Beans

Angela Milnes
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with these Baked Beans! Slow-cooked in a rich, smoky sauce, these beans are packed with flavor and perfect for any meal. Whether you're serving them at a barbecue or enjoying them as a cozy side, they're a delicious and hearty dish everyone will love!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Additional Time 0 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Vegan
Cuisine American
Servings 5 Servings
Calories 186 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 red onion diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 3 tomatoes chopped
  • 3 cloves crushed garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 2 cans kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Sauté the Vegetables: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
  • Add Garlic and Spices: Add the crushed garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and red chili flakes to the skillet. Stir well and cook for another 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
  • Incorporate Tomatoes: Add the chopped tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to break down and create a saucy base.
  • Add Kidney Beans and BBQ Sauce: Stir in the kidney beans and BBQ sauce, mixing everything together until the beans are well coated with the sauce and spices.
  • Transfer to Baking Tray: Pour the mixture into a baking tray, spreading it out evenly.
  • Bake: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the top is slightly caramelized and the sauce is bubbling.
  • Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious and hearty vegan baked beans!

Notes

Choose Quality Beans: Use good quality canned kidney beans or cook your own from dried beans for the best texture and flavor. If using dried beans, soak them overnight and cook them until tender before adding to the recipe.
Fresh Spices: Ensure your spices are fresh for maximum flavor. Old, stale spices can significantly diminish the taste of your dish.
Sauté Slowly: Take your time when sautéing the onions and bell peppers. Cooking them slowly over medium heat allows them to caramelize and develop a great smoky flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 186kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 605mgPotassium: 439mgFiber: 3gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 2011IUVitamin C: 43mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 2mg
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