Sauted Green Beans and Onions with Bacon
Transform your weeknight dinner with this irresistible recipe for Sautéed Green Beans and Onions with Bacon. Tender, crisp green beans are elevated with the smoky crunch of crispy bacon, sweet caramelized onions, and a hint of garlic, creating a side dish that’s as comforting as it is flavorful. A touch of butter adds richness, while optional crushed red pepper flakes introduce a subtle kick of heat. Perfectly balanced with simple pantry staples, this 35-minute recipe is an easy yet elegant addition to any meal. Serve it alongside roasted proteins or as a holiday side dish that’s bound to impress. Packed with flavor and easy to prepare, it’s a one-pan recipe that’s sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the green beans thoroughly and trim the ends. Set aside.
Thinly slice the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves. Set both aside.
In a large skillet, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
Remove all but 1 tablespoon of bacon grease from the skillet. If necessary, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to supplement the grease.
Add the sliced onion to the skillet and sauté over medium heat for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onions are softened and lightly caramelized.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the green beans. Season them with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to coat the beans in the seasonings and onion-garlic mixture.
Add 2 tablespoons of water to the skillet, cover with a lid, and let the green beans steam for 3-4 minutes, until they reach your desired level of tenderness.
Remove the lid, add the unsalted butter, and continue sautéing for another 2-3 minutes, allowing any residual liquid to evaporate and the beans to develop slight browning.
Turn off the heat and stir in the crumbled bacon. Adjust seasonings to taste, if necessary.
Transfer the sautéed green beans and onions with bacon to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
575 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.3 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1753 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 20.9 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1321 mg | 28% | |
*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.
