Snappy Green Beans
Elevate humble green beans with this quick and flavorful recipe! Crispy bacon, sweet sauteed onions, and a tangy vinegar glaze create a symphony of textures and tastes that will awaken your palate.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
7 g
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Cholesterol
29 mg
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Fiber
3 g
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Protein
6 g
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Saturated Fat
6 g
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Sodium
649 mg
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Sugar
4 g
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Fat
19 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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10 mins
In a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until crispy. (8-10 minutes)
02 Step
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1 mins
Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve the bacon fat in the skillet.
03 Step
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7 mins
Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the bacon fat and saute over medium heat until softened and translucent. (5-7 minutes)
04 Step
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1 mins
Stir in the vinegar and cook for another minute, allowing it to deglaze the pan and slightly reduce.
05 Step
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5 mins
Add the drained green beans (or blanched fresh green beans) to the skillet and toss to coat them with the onion and vinegar mixture. Cook until heated through, stirring occasionally. (3-5 minutes)
06 Step
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1 mins
Crumble the cooked bacon over the green beans just before serving.
For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use 2 tablespoons of olive oil or butter to saute the onions. Add a pinch of smoked paprika to mimic the smoky flavor of the bacon.
Feel free to experiment with different types of vinegar, such as balsamic or red wine vinegar, to customize the flavor to your liking.
A pinch of red pepper flakes adds a touch of heat to this dish.
Garnish with freshly ground black pepper for an extra layer of flavor.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.1/ 5 ( 79 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Johnson Bednar
Apr 28, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! My family actually asks for green beans now.
Gail Bayer
Apr 12, 2025I used apple cider vinegar and it was delicious! A little less sharp than white vinegar.
Kristofer Nolan
Jul 5, 2024The bacon adds such a nice salty crunch. I'll definitely make this again!
Thomas Raynor
Jan 4, 2024So easy and quick! Perfect for a weeknight side dish.