Description
Turkey Bacon-Wrapped Green Bean Bundles are a delightful blend of crisp green beans and savory turkey bacon, making them the perfect appetizer or side dish for any gathering. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these bundles not only look impressive on the table but also deliver a satisfying crunch and flavor. Whether you’re hosting a holiday feast or enjoying a casual weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. With a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create an appealing dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans (trimmed)
- 8–10 slices turkey bacon (cut in half)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Optional glaze: 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and trim the green beans.
- (Optional) Blanch beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes; transfer to an ice bath.
- Group 6-8 green beans together to form bundles.
- Wrap each bundle with a half slice of turkey bacon; secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over bundles; sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. If using glaze, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, and black pepper before drizzling over bundles.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until turkey bacon is crispy and green beans are tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bundles (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg