Green Beans German Style

Transform your dinner table with the bold, tangy flavors of Green Beans German Style, a classic European-inspired side dish that perfectly balances savory, sweet, and acidic notes. This recipe brings fresh green beans to life by blanching them to tender-crisp perfection and tossing them with crispy bacon, sautéed onions, and a rich, slightly tangy glaze of white vinegar, sugar, and butter. Each bite is infused with vibrant flavors and a delightful crunch, making this dish a crowd-pleasing accompaniment to roasted meats, hearty sausages, or seasonal holiday feasts. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile recipe is an easy way to elevate your side dish game while introducing a taste of Germany to your home cooking. Keywords: Green Beans German Style, tangy green beans, German side dish, bacon and green beans recipe, easy holiday side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh green beans
• 100 grams bacon
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon butter

Directions

Step 1

Wash the green beans and trim off the ends.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Chop the bacon into small pieces. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside on a paper towel to drain.

Step 4

Dice the onion into small pieces. In the same skillet with the bacon grease, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 5

Add the butter to the skillet and allow it to melt. Stir in the white vinegar, sugar, water, salt, and black pepper, cooking for about 2 minutes until the mixture is well combined and slightly reduced.

Step 6

Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them thoroughly in the vinegar and onion mixture. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until the beans are tender and warmed through.

Step 7

Stir in the crispy bacon pieces and mix well. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Serve the Green Beans German Style warm as a flavorful side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	794.7 grams (794.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	795

Total Fat 47.70g	61%
Saturated Fat 18.90g	95%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.50g
Cholesterol 132mg	44%
Sodium 4149mg	180%
Total Carbohydrate 52.60g	19%
Dietary Fiber 19.20g	69%
Total Sugars 25.50g
Protein 44.30g	89%

Vitamin D 18IU	91%
Calcium 231mg	18%
Iron 7mg	36%
Potassium 1755mg	37%

*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: 52.6%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 25.8%