Green Beans with Bacon-Balsamic Vinaigrette
Recipe from MyRecipes
Ingredients
- 2 pounds green beans
- 2 bacon slices
- 1/4 cup minced shallots
- 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped almonds
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
Preparation
Cook green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Drain well; set aside.
Cook bacon in a small skillet over medium-high heat until crisp. Remove bacon from skillet. Crumble; set aside. Add shallots to bacon fat in skillet; sauté 1 minute. Add almonds; sauté 1 minute. Remove and let cool. Add sugar and vinegar; stir until sugar dissolves. Add crumbled bacon.
Pour vinaigrette over beans, tossing gently to coat.
Yield: 8 servings (serving size: 3/4 cup)
| Calories | Fat | Sat. Fat | Trans Fat | Sodium | Carb. | Fiber | Protein | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Beans with Bacon-Balsamic Vinaigrette | 75 | 2.6 g. | .5 g. | 0 g. | 50 mg. | 11.8 g. | 2.8 g. | 3.4 g. |