Cranberry Bacon Green Beans

Name: Cranberry Bacon Green Beans
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 14 min
Total time: 24 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4–6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped; 1 small shallot, minced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1½ lb fresh green beans, trimmed; 2–3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar; 1–2 Tbsp light brown sugar (see keto swap); 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional); 1 Tbsp unsalted butter (optional); ½ cup dried cranberries, chopped; ¼ cup toasted sliced almonds or pecans; Kosher salt & black pepper, to taste; 2 Tbsp water, as needed

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:14min

Crisp-tender green beans tossed in a balsamic brown sugar glaze with smoky bacon, tart cranberries, and toasted almonds. A quick, festive side dish ready in about 20 minutes—perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy dinner.

Updated at: Wed, 07 Jan 2026 08:00:57 GMT