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wilted green bean salad

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Recipe by
Krystal McDow
San Jose, CA

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(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For wilted green bean salad

  • 1 lb
    thin green beans, trimmed
  • 4 slice
    bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2
    scallions, finely chopped
  • 2 Tbsp
    cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    freshly ground pepper, or to taste

How To Make wilted green bean salad

  • 1
    Bring about 3 inches of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add green beans and return to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a vigorous simmer, cover and cook for 5 minutes.
  • 2
    Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until crisp. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Pour out all but about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat from the pan.
  • 3
    Drain the beans and transfer to a bowl. Add scallions and toss. Pour on vinegar and toss to coat. Pour reserved bacon fat over the beans, add the bacon and toss. Season with salt and pepper.
  • 4
    Serving size: 2/3 cups each Calories:76, Fat:5g, Sat Fat:1g, Mono Fat:2g, Cholesterol:8mg, Carbs:6g, Fiber:3g, Protein:3g, Sodium:222mg, Potassium:157mg

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