Smothered Green Beans with Turkey Bacon: A Healthy Comfort Dish
Enjoy a delicious and nutritious twist on a classic comfort dish with our Smothered Green Beans with Turkey Bacon. This recipe combines fresh green beans with the savory flavor of turkey bacon for a dish that’s both healthy and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent.
- Add garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the green beans and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until green beans are tender.
- Stir in the crumbled turkey bacon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding a splash of soy sauce.
- Substitute turkey bacon with regular bacon for a richer taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 6 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: Smothered Green Beans, Turkey Bacon, Healthy Recipe, Comfort Food