Quick Easy Southern Turkey Bacon and Green Beans for Busy Nights
A quick and easy recipe for Southern turkey bacon and green beans that is perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the turkey bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and chop.
- Add the olive oil to the skillet and sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Add the green beans, salt, and pepper, and cook until tender.
- Stir in the chopped turkey bacon and cook for another minute.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add lemon juice before serving.
- This dish pairs well with rice or potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg