Paleo Green Beans with Bacon
Elevate a classic side dish with this Paleo Green Beans with Bacon recipe, a perfect blend of crisp-tender green beans, smoky bacon, and aromatic garlic and onion. This dish is not only gluten-free and paleo-friendly but also bursting with indulgent flavor thanks to the use of thick-cut bacon and a touch of olive oil. The green beans are sautéed to perfection in bacon drippings, ensuring every bite is infused with savory richness. Quick and easy to make in just 30 minutes, this wholesome, low-carb recipe is an ideal accompaniment for weeknight dinners or festive feasts. Serve it warm and watch it disappear from the table—it’s the guilt-free comfort food your menu has been waiting for!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans
- 6 slices bacon, thick-cut
- 1 yellow onion, medium
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Directions
Step 1
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans. If desired, cut them in half for easier handling.
Step 2
Slice the bacon into 1/2-inch pieces and set aside.
Step 3
Peel and finely dice the onion.
Step 4
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the bacon pieces. Cook until they become crispy and release their fat, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Step 5
Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon from the skillet, placing it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Leave the bacon fat in the skillet.
Step 6
Increase the heat slightly to medium-high, and add the olive oil to any remaining bacon fat in the skillet.
Step 7
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
Step 8
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 9
Add the green beans to the skillet, tossing to coat in the oil and bacon fat. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender-crisp.
Step 10
Return the crispy bacon to the skillet, mixing it in with the green beans. Season the mixture with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Step 11
Stir everything together and let it cook for an additional minute to ensure the flavors are well combined.
Step 12
Remove the skillet from the heat and serve the Paleo Green Beans with Bacon warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (757.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1050.4 |
| Total Fat 75.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g | |
| Cholesterol 120mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4144.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.1g | |
| Protein 52.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 214.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1797.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories