Ingredients
- Fresh Green Beans: 1 lb (trimmed and cleaned)
- Bacon: 6 slices (diced)
- Yellow Onion: 1 medium (diced)
- Garlic: 3 cloves (minced)
- Salt: 1 tsp
- Black Pepper: 1/2 tsp
Granulated Sugar: 1 tsp
Instructions
- Rinse the green beans under cool water and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
- Trim the ends and cut the beans into 1-inch pieces.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Drain the beans and immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain again and pat dry.
- In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
- Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Return the green beans to the skillet and stir well. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the beans are heated through.
- Season with salt, pepper, and sugar. Stir to combine.
Top with the crispy bacon and serve hot. Optionally garnish with fresh parsley for added flavor.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute bacon with sautéed mushrooms or tofu.
- To reduce sodium, use low-sodium bacon or omit additional salt.
- For extra flavor, try adding a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American, Southern
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: Approx. 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg