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    Home » Recipes » Side » Roasted Green Beans

    Roasted Green Beans

    Published: Nov 15, 2021 · Modified: Jul 28, 2023 by Tonia Larson

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    This Roasted Green Beans recipe with bacon crumbles is the easiest side dish to make and has only three ingredients!

    seasoned roasted green beans and bacon in a serving dish

    Our favorite way to cook bacon and to cook vegetables is in the oven! So why not combine the two to make the very best roasted green beans? This side dish is popular during the holidays but is easy enough for a weeknight dinner.

    In This Post

    • Ingredients Needed
    • How To Make Roasted Green Beans
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More Side Dishes To Try
    ingredients for roasted green beans

    Ingredients Needed

    Only three ingredients are needed to make roasted green beans. You can make more or less depending on the occasion.

    • Green Beans: You’ll need about one pound of fresh green beans for this recipe.
    • Bacon: The bacon does double duty in this recipe. It is the only grease needed, and it provides so much flavor. We used thick-cut bacon. Regular bacon will work, too, but it will cook faster, so keep that in mind.
    • Black Pepper: We seasoned the green beans with coarse ground black pepper. You can add salt, too, if needed.
    roasted beans and bacon on a pan

    How To Make Roasted Green Beans

    The prep is super fast, and then into the oven, it goes. These green beans do take a while to roast, so make sure you leave enough time.

    using a fork to add pieces of pork to the dish

    Prep: Rinse and trim the fresh green beans. Spread them out in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Cut up the bacon and arrange the pieces around the baking sheet.

    roasted green beans and bacon on a pan with seasoning

    Roasting: Bake the beans and bacon at 400˚F for 30-45 minutes, stirring every five minutes so that the beans are even coated in the bacon grease.

    Season with black pepper.

    Serving: Remove the pan from the oven and drain the excess grease by placing the green beans and bacon on paper towels. This step is optional but is important if you want less grease on your beans. Transfer to a serving dish and season with black pepper.

    Other Ways To Make It

    Frozen Roasted Green Beans

    You can use frozen green beans instead of fresh. They can be thawed first if you want to speed up the time in the oven. Otherwise, put them into the oven frozen and cook until tender and brown.

    Garlic Roasted Green Beans

    Coat the beans with two tablespoons of olive oil and add two cloves of minced garlic. Roast as directed in the recipe.

    green beans with bacon and pepper in a dish

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What do roasted green beans pair well with?

    They pair well with a main dish of meat such as turkey, ham, steak, and chicken. Add additional side dishes such as mashed potatoes and a Cobb salad.

    How do you make sauteed green beans?

    You can make sauteed green beans with bacon on the stovetop. Cook the bacon in a skillet and remove the bacon leaving the grease in the skillet. Add the fresh green beans and saute them in the grease. Serve topped with bacon bits.

    What else can I add to this roasted green beans recipe?

    You can add minced garlic and diced onions before roasting. Try garnishing them with shredded parmesan or French-fried onions.

    bacon, green beans and seasonings on a pan

    More Side Dishes To Try

    • Creamed Corn is made with sweet corn in a creamy sauce.
    • Cheesy Broccoli Casserole is topped with buttery cracker crumbs.
    • Green Bean Casserole is a must for holiday meals!
    • Boiled Corn on the Cob is our favorite!

    Similar Recipes

    • Tender Roasted Asparagus is made with only four ingredients!
    • Honey Roasted Carrots are ready in only 30 minutes.
    • These Roasted Chickpeas are a delicious snack!
    • Oven Roasted Potatoes can be served at breakfast and dinner.
    roasted green beans with bacon on top

    Roasted Green Beans

    This Roasted Green Beans recipe with bacon crumbles is the easiest side dish to make and has only three ingredients!
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
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    Ingredients

    • 1 lb fresh green beans washed and trimmed
    • 4 slices bacon
    • ⅛ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400˚F. Spread the green beans on a large rimmed sheet pan.
    • Cut four slices of bacon into small pieces and add them to the green beans on the sheet pan.
    • Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes, until tender and browned, stirring every 5 minutes so that the green beans are coated in bacon grease. (You can cook it longer to brown it more, but watch it carefully so that it doesn’t burn.)
    • Season with pepper (and salt, if desired.)

    Video

    Notes

    One: Frozen Green Beans

    You can use frozen green beans instead of fresh. They can be thawed first if you want to speed up the time in the oven. Otherwise, put them into the oven frozen and roast at 400˚F until tender and brown.

    Two: Garlic Roasted Green Beans

    Skip the bacon, coat the beans with two tablespoons of olive oil, and add two cloves of minced garlic. Roast as directed in the recipe.

    Three: Storage

    Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1/4 lb. | Calories: 89kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 200mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g
    Course: Uncategorized
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Tonia Larson

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 12+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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