Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots and Bacon
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible recipe for Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots and Bacon! Crisp-tender green beans are blanched to perfection, then tossed in a skillet with golden, buttery shallots that have been caramelized to savory-sweet perfection. The smoky crunch of crispy bacon adds a mouthwatering layer of flavor, while a touch of olive oil and butter ensure every bite is luxuriously coated. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy, yet elegant dish is perfect for a holiday feast or weeknight dinner. Serve warm alongside roasted meats, poultry, or seafood for a flavorful side the whole family will love! Keywords: green beans recipe, caramelized shallots, bacon side dish, easy vegetable side, holiday side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans (trimmed)
- 4 slices bacon (chopped)
- 3 medium shallots (thinly sliced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve about 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease in the skillet.
Add the butter and olive oil to the skillet with the bacon grease. Heat over medium-low heat and add the thinly sliced shallots.
Stir the shallots occasionally, cooking for 8-10 minutes until they are golden brown and caramelized. If they start to brown too quickly, reduce the heat slightly.
Return the green beans to the skillet with the caramelized shallots. Add 1/4 cup water, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for 3-5 minutes, until the green beans are tender and heated through and the water has mostly evaporated.
Stir in the cooked bacon pieces and mix well. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve warm as a side dish for any meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
762 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.3 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2324 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.2 g | ||
| Protein | 33.7 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 217 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1607 mg | 34% | |
*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.
