German Style Green Beans Grune Bohnen
Elevate your side dish game with "German Style Green Beans (Grüne Bohnen)"—a savory, hearty recipe brimming with traditional flavors. Fresh green beans are gently blanched to retain their crisp-tender texture before being tossed in a rich medley of crispy bacon, buttery sautéed onions, and a tangy splash of apple cider vinegar. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 35 minutes, strikes the perfect balance between smoky, savory, and tart. Garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness, these beans make the ideal accompaniment to schnitzel, roasted meats, or even simple boiled potatoes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts, this classic German-inspired side dish brings rustic charm and bold flavor to your table! Keywords: German green beans recipe, Grüne Bohnen, bacon green beans, easy side dish, German-style vegetables.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 150 grams bacon
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Wash the green beans thoroughly and trim the ends. Cut them into bite-sized pieces if desired.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until just tender but still slightly crisp. Drain and set aside.
Dice the bacon into small pieces and finely chop the onion.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced bacon and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bacon becomes crispy and has rendered its fat.
Push the bacon to one side of the skillet and add the chopped onion. Sauté the onion in the bacon fat for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Add the cooked green beans to the skillet and gently toss to coat them in the bacon and onion mixture.
Season the green beans with salt, black pepper, and apple cider vinegar. Stir well and cook for another 2-3 minutes to warm the beans through.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the green beans to a serving dish. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley for added flavor and color.
Serve warm as a side dish for roasted meats, schnitzel, or alongside boiled potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1115 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.8 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.3 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 5062 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 61.4 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2001 mg | 43% | |
*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.
