Super-simple microwave green beans with bacon are fast, flavorful, and ready to serve in under 10 minutes.
This easy vegetable side dish works with fresh or frozen green beans and tastes great either way.
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Green Beans with Bacon
Simple microwave green beans with bacon—quick, savory, and perfect as a side.
Prep Time
10 minutes
10 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
10 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
20 minutes
Ingredients
- 4–6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 12 ounces (about 1 pound) cut green beans, fresh or frozen (if fresh, trim both ends and cut into ~1-inch pieces)
- A small pat of butter, about ½ tablespoon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high. When a drop of water sizzles, add the chopped bacon. Sauté, stirring often, until the bacon is crisp. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
- Place the green beans in a microwave-safe bowl. If using fresh green beans, add ÂĽ cup water; frozen beans do not need extra water. Top with the pat of butter.
- Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 5 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Carefully remove the bowl and peel back the plastic wrap away from your face to avoid steam. Test a bean for doneness. If you prefer firmer beans, stop; otherwise microwave additional 1-minute increments until they reach your desired tenderness.
- Drain any excess water, season the beans with salt and pepper, then sprinkle the crisp bacon over the top. Toss gently to combine and serve warm.
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 0Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgCarbohydrates: 0gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 0g
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