Heart-Healthy Bacon Wrapped Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with these Heart-Healthy Bacon Wrapped Green Beans—a flavorful, guilt-free twist on a classic favorite! Fresh green beans are tossed in a zesty mixture of olive oil, honey, garlic powder, black pepper, and a touch of lemon zest, then bundled in savory turkey bacon for a lighter yet satisfying bite. Baked to crispy perfection in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for everything from weeknight dinners to holiday feasts. With only 15 minutes of prep time and packed with wholesome ingredients, these bacon-wrapped green beans strike the perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition. Serve them warm as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a heart-healthy side dish that’s sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 12 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Wash and trim the ends of the fresh green beans and pat them dry with paper towels.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, honey, garlic powder, black pepper, lemon zest, and salt. Whisk until well mixed.
Step 4
Add the green beans to the bowl and toss them gently until they are evenly coated with the mixture.
Step 5
Divide the green beans into 12 equal bundles. Take one bundle and wrap a slice of turkey bacon around the middle, ensuring it’s secure. Place the bundle seam side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining bundles.
Step 6
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the turkey bacon is crispy and the green beans are tender.
Step 7
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the bacon-wrapped green beans cool for a few minutes before serving.
Step 8
Serve warm as a delicious heart-healthy appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (626.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 826.4 |
| Total Fat 49.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.4g | |
| Cholesterol 202.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3286.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 37.8g | |
| Protein 47.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 63.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 396.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1880.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories