With baked beans

Baked beans are a dish of white beans (like navy beans) slow-cooked in a sauce, traditionally made with tomatoes, sugar, and spices. They are a staple of British cuisine, often served as part of a full English breakfast or on toast, and are also popular in the United States, where they are a common barbecue side dish.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Baked beans are a good source of plant-based protein and dietary fiber, making them a filling and nutritious option. A typical serving provides around 200-300 calories, with most of the energy coming from carbohydrates.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	245 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	44 g
Fat	1.5 g
Fiber	11 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	680 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Potassium	560 mg
Folate	120 mcg
Magnesium	80 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.4 mg
Zinc	2.2 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Manganese	1.2 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, baked beans are a cornerstone of the British 'full breakfast' and have been a pantry staple for centuries due to their long shelf life. Nutritionally, the combination of beans and tomato sauce provides a good source of lycopene, an antioxidant linked to heart health.