Green Beans with Bacon

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Green Beans with Bacon
45 min.
12
60kcal

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Looking for a delicious and satisfying side dish that will elevate your meal? Look no further than our Green Beans with Bacon! This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it a perfect addition to any dinner table.

Imagine crisp-tender green beans, perfectly cooked and tossed with the rich, savory goodness of crispy bacon. The combination of freshly squeezed lemon juice and a hint of black pepper adds a delightful brightness that balances the dish beautifully. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a side that is both simple and sophisticated, sure to impress your family and friends.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving up to 12 people, this recipe is ideal for gatherings, holiday feasts, or even a cozy weeknight dinner. Each serving contains only 60 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt. The caloric breakdown reveals a well-rounded dish, with a good balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, making it a nutritious choice for any meal.

So, whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, our Green Beans with Bacon recipe is a must-try. Get ready to enjoy a delightful side dish that brings together the best of fresh vegetables and savory flavors!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 2.5 pounds green beans trimmed
  • teaspoon juice of lemon freshly squeezed
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup shallots chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Cook green beans in boiling water for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  2. Drain and plunge beans into ice water; drain.
  3. Cook bacon in a Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp.
  4. Remove bacon from pan; crumble.
  5. Add shallots to drippings in pan; saut 4 minutes or until tender.
  6. Add beans, juice, salt, and pepper to pan; toss to combine. Cook 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring often.
  7. Remove from heat.
  8. Sprinkle bacon over bean mixture; toss.

Nutrition Facts

Calories60kcal
Protein16.26%
Fat32.87%
Carbs50.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9
Glycemic Load
2.26
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
7.3539130324903%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
0.06mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.43mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
2.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:59.52kcal
2.98%
Fat:2.4g
3.7%
Saturated Fat:0.78g
4.88%
Carbohydrates:8.37g
2.79%
Net Carbohydrates:5.49g
2%
Sugar:3.87g
4.3%
Cholesterol:3.63mg
1.21%
Sodium:91.72mg
3.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.68g
5.35%
Vitamin K:40.78µg
38.84%
Vitamin C:12.48mg
15.13%
Vitamin A:654.72IU
13.09%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.95%
Fiber:2.88g
11.51%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.11%
Folate:34.63µg
8.66%
Potassium:244.2mg
6.98%
Magnesium:26.45mg
6.61%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.58%
Iron:1.12mg
6.22%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.17%
Phosphorus:49.84mg
4.98%
Vitamin B3:0.94mg
4.68%
Calcium:39.13mg
3.91%
Copper:0.08mg
3.84%
Vitamin E:0.42mg
2.77%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.73%
Selenium:1.79µg
2.56%
Zinc:0.33mg
2.21%
Source:My Recipes