Healthy Recipes Ingredients Healthy Vegetable Recipes Healthy Green Bean Recipes Quick & Easy Green Beans with Bacon 5.0 (3) 3 Reviews These tender-crisp green beans with bacon are sautéed and steamed in the same skillet for a speedy accompaniment that complements virtually any main dish, whether it’s chicken, shrimp or steak. Use a mixture of yellow and green beans to jazz up the presentation. By Amanda Stanfield Amanda Stanfield Amanda Stanfield is a Test Kitchen assistant in the Dotdash Meredith Food Studios. She completed her undergraduate degree in journalism and strategic communications at Hampton University. After graduation, Amanda worked in the nonprofit sector as a marketing associate for a global nonprofit organization. In 2018, she pivoted into the food industry and began training in fine-dining restaurants around Atlanta. Later she gained her culinary degree from Johnson & Wales University and went on to work in a variety of kitchens from boutique restaurants to conference hotels. As a true foodie, Amanda seeks out nutritious and unique flavors to inspire others to eat happily and healthfully. When she's not cooking up delicious recipes, you can find her lap swimming in the pool or watching a good sci-fi movie. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on April 12, 2024 Tested by Craig Ruff Tested by Craig Ruff Craig Ruff was first exposed to professional food service while working for an event center at the business school he was attending. There, he was responsible for maintaining the kitchen for caterers. He has been a lifelong cook, and followed his passion through culinary school and to working in restaurants. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser Active Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings: 6 Nutrition Profile: Sesame-Free Diabetes-Appropriate Nut-Free Soy-Free High-Fiber Heart-Healthy Egg-Free Gluten-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Nutrition Notes Are Green Beans Good for You? Green beans are a low-carb vegetable that offers small amounts of a lot of nutrients, including fiber, folate and vitamins A and C. They have virtually no fat and offer a little bit of plant protein, according to the USDA. Is Bacon Healthy? While bacon may not be considered healthy due to its saturated fat content, it offers a flavor that really can’t be reproduced by anything else. And you don’t need a lot of bacon to get the flavor from it. With that said, bacon does offer some important nutrients, including protein, potassium, phosphorus, selenium and B vitamins, per the USDA. Tips from the Test Kitchen Is There a Substitute for the Shallot? Yes. For this recipe, 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion is the next best option if you don’t have a shallot on hand. Additional reporting by Carrie Myers, M.S. and Linda Frahm Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser Ingredients 3 slices center-cut bacon, chopped 1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed (about 6 cups) 1/2 cup chopped shallot 3 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 2 teaspoons grated garlic 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper Directions Cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until slightly crisp and browned, about 7 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate, reserving drippings in the pan. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser Add green beans and shallot to the skillet; cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans blister, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and add water; cover and cook, undisturbed, until the beans are tender and the water has mostly evaporated, about 5 minutes. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser Stir in the bacon, butter, garlic, salt and pepper; cook, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant and the butter has melted, about 2 minutes. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser Frequently Asked Questions Can I Freeze Leftover Bacon? Absolutely. Leftover cooked bacon can be frozen for up to one month, according to the USDA. Meanwhile, uncooked bacon can be frozen for up to four months. When freezing uncooked bacon, we recommend portioning it out ahead of time. This step allows you to defrost the exact amount you need in the future. Whether you’re freezing cooked or uncooked bacon, be sure to wrap in freezer-safe paper and store in a bag that’s been labeled and dated. EatingWell.com, April 2024 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 90 Calories 4g Fat 11g Carbs 4g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 6 Serving Size 1 cup Calories 90 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 11g 4% Dietary Fiber 4g 13% Total Sugars 5g Protein 4g 9% Total Fat 4g 5% Saturated Fat 2g 10% Cholesterol 11mg 4% Vitamin A 57µg Vitamin C 15mg 17% Vitamin D 0µg Vitamin E 1mg 4% Folate 42µg Vitamin K 49µg Sodium 194mg 8% Calcium 51mg 4% Iron 1mg 8% Magnesium 33mg 8% Potassium 318mg 7% Zinc 1mg 5% Vitamin B12 0µg Omega 3 0g Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved