German Style Green Beans

Transform your green bean side dish into a show-stopping centerpiece with this flavorful recipe for German Style Green Beans. Perfectly tender green beans are steamed to crisp perfection and coated in a mouthwatering blend of crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and a tangy white wine vinegar-mustard sauce. Infused with aromatic garlic and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish balances rich, savory, and tangy notes in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a simple yet sophisticated option for family dinners or festive feasts. Serve warm and watch these bacon-kissed green beans elevate your next meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams green beans
• 100 grams bacon
• 1 medium onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon whole-grain mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water. Set aside.

Step 2

Chop the bacon into small pieces. Finely dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the fresh parsley.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat and add the bacon. Cook until it is crispy, stirring frequently, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the crispy bacon from the pan using a slotted spoon and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate. Leave the rendered bacon fat in the pan.

Step 5

Add the butter to the bacon fat in the pan and let it melt. Then, add the diced onion to the pan and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the green beans to the pan along with the water. Cover the pan with a lid and let the beans steam until tender but still slightly crisp, about 6-8 minutes. Check occasionally and stir to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Once the green beans are cooked, uncover the pan and allow any remaining water to evaporate.

Step 9

Stir in the white wine vinegar, whole-grain mustard, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the beans are well-coated in the mixture.

Step 10

Add the crispy bacon back to the pan and stir to combine.

Step 11

Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and garnish with the chopped fresh parsley.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy your German-style green beans!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1041.1 grams (1041.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	817

Total Fat 48.40g	62%
Saturated Fat 18.70g	94%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.10g
Cholesterol 132mg	44%
Sodium 3641mg	158%
Total Carbohydrate 56.00g	20%
Dietary Fiber 16.80g	60%
Total Sugars 24.40g
Protein 46.40g	93%

Vitamin D 18IU	91%
Calcium 283mg	22%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 1957mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.5%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 26.5%