Green Beans with Bacon and Red Bell Pepper
Add a burst of flavor to your table with this vibrant and savory recipe for Green Beans with Bacon and Red Bell Pepper. Fresh, crisp green beans are paired with smoky, crispy bacon and sweet, tender red bell peppers for a perfect balance of textures and tastes. A quick sauté in a savory mix of butter, olive oil, and garlic ensures every bite is infused with rich, mouthwatering flavor. This 30-minute side dish is ideal for weeknight dinners, holiday meals, or whenever you're craving a nutritious yet indulgent vegetable option. Serve it warm and watch your family and guests go back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 120 milliliters water
Instructions
Trim the stems off the green beans and rinse them under cold water. Set aside.
Dice the bacon into small pieces. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon until crispy, about 5-6 minutes. Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels and set aside, leaving the bacon drippings in the skillet.
While the bacon cooks, clean and dice the red bell pepper into small, bite-sized pieces.
In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add the butter and olive oil. Allow the butter to melt over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the red bell pepper pieces and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
Add the green beans to the skillet and pour in the water. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Cover the skillet with a lid and steam the green beans for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender but still slightly crisp.
Remove the lid and continue cooking until the water has mostly evaporated, about 2 minutes.
Stir the crispy bacon back into the skillet and mix well to combine. Cook for 1-2 more minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Transfer the green beans with bacon and red bell peppers to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.3 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 626 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 349 mg | 7% | |
*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.
