Mediterranean Diet Green Beans with Bacon
Elevate your mealtime with this irresistible Mediterranean Diet Green Beans with Bacon recipe, a stunning fusion of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Fresh green beans are sautéed to tender-crisp perfection in garlic-infused olive oil, then paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, zesty lemon juice, and savory crumbled bacon for a mouthwatering twist. A sprinkling of feta cheese and parsley adds a tangy, herbaceous finish that makes every bite pop. Ready in just 25 minutes, this colorful dish is ideal as a flavorful side or light main course that's both satisfying and Mediterranean diet-friendly. Perfect for anyone seeking quick and nutritious recipes packed with bold flavors and a touch of indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons parsley
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans, removing any tough stems.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once cool, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
In the same skillet, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the green beans to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender-crisp.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the skillet with the green beans. Cook for another 2 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in crumbled bacon, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with feta cheese and chopped parsley.
Serve warm as a side dish or a light main.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
562 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.7 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2187 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 399 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1597 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.
