Green Beans with Bacon and Shallots
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible recipe for Green Beans with Bacon and Shallots! Fresh, vibrant green beans are blanched to perfection, preserving their crisp-tender bite, then tossed with sweet, caramelized shallots and crispy, savory bacon for a mouthwatering combination of textures and flavors. A quick ice bath locks in the beans' bright color, while the skillet brings all the ingredients together in a harmonious, savory medley. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats or holiday spreads, making it a crowd-pleasing favorite for any occasion. Perfect for those who crave easy prep and maximum flavor, this recipe brings comfort food sophistication to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 6 slices bacon
- 3 shallots
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups ice
Instructions
Rinse the green beans under cold water and trim the ends. Set them aside.
Fill a large pot with 4 cups of water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Prepare a large bowl with ice water.
Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes until they turn bright green and are slightly tender.
Immediately transfer the green beans to the bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
Chop the bacon into small pieces. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon pieces and set them aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
While the bacon is cooking, peel and thinly slice the shallots.
Remove some of the bacon fat from the skillet, leaving about 1-2 tablespoons. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet if needed.
Add the sliced shallots to the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened and caramelized, about 5-6 minutes.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet with the shallots and stir to combine. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the green beans are warmed through.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then stir in the crispy bacon pieces.
Transfer the green beans with bacon and shallots to a serving dish and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 2061 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.5 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1735 mg | 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.
