Low Sodium Bacon-Wrapped Green Beans
Elevate your side dishes with these irresistible Low Sodium Bacon-Wrapped Green Beans—a perfect combination of flavor and nutrition. Fresh, tender-crisp green beans are lightly seasoned with a zesty blend of garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and lemon zest before being wrapped in savory, low-sodium turkey bacon. This dish is oven-baked to perfection, creating a crispy bacon exterior and vibrant, perfectly cooked green beans. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a total cook time of 25 minutes, this recipe makes a quick, elegant side dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday meals, or even as an appetizer. Serve these wholesome, low-sodium bundles as a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional bacon-wrapped recipes—bursting with flavor but mindful of dietary needs.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 8 slices low-sodium turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then add the green beans. Blanch for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp, then drain immediately and plunge into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, and lemon zest.
Step 4
Place the green beans in the bowl with the olive oil mixture and toss to coat evenly.
Step 5
Take a small bundle of about 8-10 green beans and wrap a slice of low-sodium turkey bacon tightly around the middle. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.
Step 6
Place the bacon-wrapped bundles seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the green beans are tender.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your low sodium treat!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (606.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 645.1 |
| Total Fat 45.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 80mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1149.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 39.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.0g | |
| Protein 28.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 182.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1395.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories