Low Sodium Green Beans with Bacon
Elevate your side dish game with this flavorful recipe for **Low Sodium Green Beans with Bacon**—a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Perfectly tender green beans are steamed in aromatic low sodium chicken broth, then infused with the savory richness of no-salt-added crispy bacon, garlic, and onion. A touch of black pepper, red pepper flakes, and a refreshing drizzle of lemon juice deliver a balanced kick, while fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish. With only 20 minutes of cooking time, this quick and nutritious dish lands a spot on your table as a guilt-free indulgence. Ideal for low-sodium diets yet brimming with bold flavor, it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser served alongside roasted meats, mashed potatoes, or as a stand-alone star.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 0.5 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 4 slices no-salt-added bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Rinse and trim the green beans, removing any stems or tough ends.
In a large skillet, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until crispy. Transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain the excess fat. Once cooled, crumble the bacon and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the olive oil and chopped onion. Cook over medium heat until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and pour in the low sodium chicken broth, bringing it to a simmer.
Add the green beans, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the skillet and stir to combine. Cover the skillet and allow the green beans to steam in the broth for about 8-10 minutes, or until they are tender but still crisp.
Uncover the skillet and continue to cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the remaining liquid to evaporate.
Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the green beans, and drizzle with lemon juice. Toss gently to combine all the flavors.
Transfer the green beans to a serving platter, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.2 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 354 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 43.5 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1892 mg | 40% | |
*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.
