How to Make Green Beans with Smokey Bacon Vinaigrette - A Step-by-Step Guide

Green beans are a classic side dish that can be enjoyed all year round, but they really shine during the summer when they are at their peak freshness. This recipe for Green Beans with Smokey Bacon Vinaigrette takes the humble green bean to a whole new level with the addition of a smoky bacon vinaigrette that adds depth and flavor to the dish.

It's no secret that bacon makes everything better, and in this recipe, it's used to create a delicious vinaigrette that coats the green beans an...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
  • ½ pound smoked bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced thin
  • ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Make an ice bath by filling a large pot with ice and water; set aside.
  • Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the green beans in the boiling water until slightly tender yet crisp, about 3 minutes; drain. Immediately plunge the green beans into the ice bath to stop them from cooking further. Drain and set aside.
  • Cook the bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the onions to the bacon and continue cooking until the onions begin to caramelize and turn golden brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Add the green beans, red wine vinegar, and sugar; cook and stir until the sugar is dissolved, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    186 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 19mg
    • Sodium: 245mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 23mg
    • Calcium: 53mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 359mg