Ultimate Green Bean Bliss
Ultimate Green Bean Bliss is your go-to recipe for a mouthwatering side dish featuring green beans, caramelized onions, and crispy bacon.
Servings 7 people
Calories 197kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lb fresh green beans
- 1 large onion
- 6 bacon slices
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and trim the green beans. Pat them dry with a towel.
- In a large bowl, toss the green beans with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the seasoned green beans evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
Caramelizing the Onions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook until they become translucent and start to caramelize, about 10-12 minutes.
- Stir in the balsamic vinegar and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Cooking the Bacon
- In the same skillet, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on a paper towel.
Roasting
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the green beans for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly crispy at the edges.
- Remove the green beans from the oven and immediately top with caramelized onions and crispy bacon.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for an extra layer of flavor.
Notes
- Green Beans: Want them to keep that bright green color? Quick tip: dunk them in boiling water for a couple of minutes, then straight into ice water. Stops the cooking and keeps 'em green.
- Caramelized Onions: Slow and steady wins the race. Don't rush these babies; let them get all golden and sticky on medium heat. It's a game-changer.
- Bacon: Wanna save some time? Throw the bacon on a separate tray in the oven while the green beans are doing their thing. Just keep an eye on it so it doesn't get too crispy.
- Seasoning: Don't hold back. Give those green beans a good toss in the seasoning. You can always add more, but you can't take it away, so taste as you go.
- Cheese: If you're going for cheese, add it right when those beans come out of the oven. It'll melt just enough without disappearing into the dish.
- Cooking for a Crowd: Doubling the recipe? Use two baking sheets. You don't want to crowd the pan; otherwise, the beans will steam instead of roast.
- Extra Veggies: Feeling adventurous? Toss in some sliced bell peppers or cherry tomatoes for extra color and flavor. Just add them to the pan with the green beans.
- Leftovers: Got some extras? Store them in a container but leave the lid a bit open at first to let out the steam. Keeps the bacon from getting all soggy when you reheat it.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 197mg | Potassium: 355mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1073IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 2mg