Green Beans with Zucchini and Bacon
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible recipe for Green Beans with Zucchini and Bacon! This vibrant medley combines crisp-tender green beans, sautéed zucchini, and crispy bacon for a savory, flavor-packed dish that's as wholesome as it is satisfying. Infused with the aroma of garlic and a hint of lemon, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or holiday meals. Optional red chili flakes add a hint of heat, while the bacon drippings ensure every veggie is coated in rich, smoky goodness. Serve this dish warm for a crowd-pleasing accompaniment that will have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams green beans
- 2 medium-sized zucchini
- 150 grams bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by snapping or cutting off the ends. Set them aside.
Cut the zucchini into thin half-moon slices after washing and removing the ends.
Cut the bacon into small strips or bite-sized pieces.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the bacon pieces. Cook until the bacon is crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess fat. Leave about 1-2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the skillet.
Add olive oil to the bacon grease in the skillet and heat over medium heat.
Peel and finely mince the garlic, then add it to the skillet. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss them in the garlic-infused oil for 2-3 minutes.
Add the zucchini slices to the skillet. Stir and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the zucchini is tender and the green beans are cooked but still slightly crisp.
Season the vegetables with salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes for a bit of heat. Toss to coat evenly.
Return the crispy bacon to the skillet and stir everything together. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to reheat the bacon and meld the flavors.
Remove the skillet from heat, drizzle the dish with fresh lemon juice, and give it one final stir.
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1265 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.0 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.9 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 8065 mg | 351% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.1 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.6 g | ||
| Protein | 64.8 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 285 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2744 mg | 58% | |
*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.
