These Instant Pot Vegetarian Baked Beans are a hearty and flavorful side dish that pairs well with any meal. Made with beans, onions, garlic, maple syrup, and spices, this dish is not only delicious but also packed with protein and fiber. The Instant Pot makes the preparation quick and easy, and the result is a dish that will surely impress your family and friends. Serve these baked beans at summer barbecues, potlucks, or even as a main course for a vegetarian dinner. They are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried navy beans
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups vegetable broth
Directions
- Rinse the navy beans and pick out any debris or stones.
- In the Instant Pot, combine the navy beans, diced onion, minced garlic, maple syrup, brown sugar, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and vegetable broth.
- Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to the sealing position.
- Set the Instant Pot to manual pressure cooking mode and adjust the time to 30 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to naturally release for 15 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid of the Instant Pot and give the beans a stir. If the beans are not the desired consistency, you can use the sauté function to cook them further.
- Serve the Instant Pot vegetarian baked beans hot as a side dish or main course.
