📝 About This Recipe
Elevate your dinner table with these elegant, bacon-wrapped green bean bundles that perfectly balance smoky, salty, and savory notes. Fresh, crisp-tender green beans are gathered into bouquets, brushed with a garlic-infused butter glaze, and wrapped in premium thick-cut bacon that crisps to perfection in the oven. This low-carb masterpiece transforms a humble vegetable into a gourmet side dish that feels indulgent while remaining strictly keto-friendly.
🥗 Ingredients
The Bundles
- 1 pound Fresh Green Beans (trimmed and washed)
- 6-8 slices Thick-Cut Bacon (halved crosswise to make shorter strips)
- 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt (for blanching water)
- 2 cups Ice Cubes (for ice bath)
Keto Garlic Butter Glaze
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced very fine)
- 1 tablespoon Brown Erythritol (keto-friendly brown sugar sub)
- 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly cracked)
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt (adjust based on bacon saltiness)
Garnish
- 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes (optional for heat)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley (chopped)
👨🍳 Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack set over a tray for maximum bacon crispiness.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Prepare a large bowl with cold water and ice cubes to create an ice bath.
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Blanch the green beans by dropping them into the boiling water for exactly 3 minutes. They should be bright green and slightly softened but still have a snap.
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Immediately drain the beans and plunge them into the ice bath. This stops the cooking process and preserves the vibrant color.
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Once cooled, remove the beans from the ice bath and pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels. Excess moisture will prevent the bacon from crisping.
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In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, brown erythritol, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until the sweetener is dissolved.
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Gather a group of 6 to 8 green beans into a neat bundle, aligning the tips.
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Take a half-slice of bacon and wrap it tightly around the center of the green bean bundle. Ensure the ends of the bacon overlap on the bottom side.
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Place the bundle onto the prepared baking sheet, seam-side down to keep it secured without needing toothpicks.
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Repeat the process until all beans and bacon are used, spacing the bundles about an inch apart on the tray.
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Using a pastry brush, generously coat the bacon and the exposed ends of the green beans with the garlic butter glaze.
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Roast in the center of the oven for 20-25 minutes. At the 15-minute mark, check the progress; if the bacon looks pale, rotate the pan.
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For extra crispy bacon, turn on the broiler for the last 2 minutes, watching closely to prevent the bean tips from burning.
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Remove from the oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes. The glaze will thicken slightly as it cools.
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Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes, and serve warm.
💡 Chef's Tips
Always pat the green beans completely dry after the ice bath; moisture is the enemy of crispy bacon. If your bacon is very thick, you might want to par-cook it for 2-3 minutes in the microwave between paper towels before wrapping so it finishes at the same time as the beans. Use a wire rack on your baking sheet to allow hot air to circulate under the bundles, ensuring the bacon isn't soggy on the bottom. If you don't have keto brown sugar, a teaspoon of sugar-free maple syrup added to the butter works beautifully for that sweet-savory profile.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Pair these bundles with a reverse-seared Ribeye steak for the ultimate keto steakhouse experience. Serve alongside roasted salmon with a lemon-dill cream sauce. These make excellent appetizers for a cocktail party; just provide small napkins as they are easy finger food. Complement the smoky flavors with a chilled glass of buttery Chardonnay or a sparkling mineral water with lime.