Mixed Beans with Bacon and Almonds
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Mixed Beans with Bacon and Almonds recipe. Featuring a vibrant medley of green beans and yellow wax beans, this dish brings together the smoky crunch of crispy bacon and the nutty richness of toasted slivered almonds for a flavor-packed experience. Lightly seasoned with garlic, lemon zest, and a touch of salt and pepper, these tender-yet-crisp beans are quickly blanched and sautéed for ultimate freshness. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this versatile and easy-to-make recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Pair it with your favorite protein or serve it as a standalone vegetable delight—this dish is a celebration of wholesome ingredients and bold flavors!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams green beans
- 200 grams yellow wax beans
- 6 pieces bacon slices
- 50 grams slivered almonds
- 20 grams unsalted butter
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Trim the ends off the green beans and yellow wax beans. Rinse them under cold water and set aside.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and blanch the beans for 4-5 minutes until just tender but still crisp. Immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove the bacon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside.
Step 4
Discard most of the bacon grease from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon for added flavor.
Step 5
In the same skillet, add the olive oil and butter. Once the butter is melted, add the slivered almonds. Toast the almonds for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden and fragrant. Remove and set aside.
Step 6
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then add the blanched beans to the skillet and toss to combine.
Step 7
Season the beans with salt, black pepper, and lemon zest. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through.
Step 8
Return the crumbled bacon and toasted almonds to the skillet. Mix everything together and cook for another minute to combine the flavors.
Step 9
Remove from heat and transfer the mixed beans to a serving dish. Serve warm as a delicious side dish for any meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (784.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 924.3 |
| Total Fat 77.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g | |
| Cholesterol 98.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2555.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.1g | |
| Protein 34.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 293.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1516.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories