Green Beans with Bacon

Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Green Beans with Bacon recipe—a perfect balance of smoky, savory, and fresh flavors. Tender-crisp green beans are sautéed in rich bacon drippings, infused with fragrant garlic, and finished with a bright drizzle of fresh lemon juice for a burst of zest. Crispy bits of bacon add a delightful crunch, while a touch of melted butter enhances every bite with silky richness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this simple yet flavorful dish is an unbeatable crowd-pleaser, ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve it alongside your favorite mains for a side that's as satisfying as it is easy to make.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green beans
• 6 slices bacon
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.5 whole lemon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and trim the ends of the green beans.

Step 2

Cut bacon into small pieces, about 1-inch wide.

Step 3

Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Juice half a lemon and set the juice aside.

Step 5

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon pieces until crispy, about 8 to 10 minutes. Stir occasionally.

Step 6

Once bacon is cooked, remove it with a slotted spoon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Leave the rendered bacon fat in the skillet.

Step 7

Add the chopped garlic to the bacon fat in the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 8

Add the green beans to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 9

Sauté the green beans for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Pour in the water and cover the skillet with a lid. Allow the green beans to steam for an additional 5 minutes or until they are tender but still bright green.

Step 11

Remove the lid and continue to cook until any remaining water has evaporated.

Step 12

Add the butter to the skillet and stir until melted, coating the green beans.

Step 13

Add the cooked bacon back into the skillet and toss with the green beans.

Step 14

Drizzle the lemon juice over the green beans and bacon, then toss to combine everything well.

Step 15

Serve the green beans hot as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	614.2 grams (614.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	486

Total Fat 29.90g	38%
Saturated Fat 13.20g	66%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 79mg	26%
Sodium 2019mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 37.80g	14%
Dietary Fiber 16.50g	59%
Total Sugars 15.80g
Protein 25.30g	51%

Vitamin D 8IU	39%
Calcium 201mg	15%
Iron 5mg	30%
Potassium 1271mg	27%

*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: 51.6%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 29.0%