Jul 14 2026

Vegetarian Baked Beans Recipe

Time1h 15m
Serves6

Hearty and flavorful beans slow-cooked in a blend of brown sugar and spices.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the vegetables

    Chop the onion and green bell pepper finely. Mince the garlic cloves.

  2. 2

    Sauté the vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Combine ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with the navy beans, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, apple cider vinegar, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

  4. 4

    Transfer to baking dish

    Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.

  5. 5

    Bake

    Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes to caramelize the top.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your hearty vegetarian baked beans!