Kick-start your culinary journey with a vibrant and refreshing Green Bean, Yellow Pepper, and Bacon Salad adorned with a zesty Oregano Vinaigrette. This delightful salad combines the crunch of green beans, the sweetness of yellow peppers, the smokiness of crispy bacon, and the aromatic freshness of oregano, all harmoniously blended together.
Accompanying this main recipe are two additional culinary gems: a delectable pasta salad boasting a medley of flavors and textures, and a simple yet satisfying quinoa salad, perfect for health-conscious individuals. Each recipe caters to different preferences, whether you seek a hearty and flavorful main course or a light and nutritious side dish.
GRANDMA'S GREEN BEANS WITH BACON VINAIGRETTE
Ridiculously good beans that make a great side dish to just about anything. One of those recipes that grandma made for years that we could never get enough of. Garnish with sliced or slivered almonds.
Provided by Sarahbeara
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add green beans, cover, and steam until tender-crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain.
- Drain bacon slices on paper towels, reserving grease in the skillet. Saute onion in the bacon grease until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in brown sugar, vinegar, salt, mustard, and pepper. Stir well, scraping up any onion bits off the bottom of the skillet. Cook until bubbling, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add green beans to the skillet with the sauce; toss to coat well. Chop cooked bacon and stir into the beans. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 260.4 mg, Sugar 15.4 g
GREEN BEANS WITH WARM BACON VINAIGRETTE
Grill the green beans for this side dish with a bacon-mustard dressing.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Prepare an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
- Crimp and fold the edges of a double layer of aluminum foil so it resembles a rimmed baking sheet. Put the beans in the center and toss with 1 tablespoon of the oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add 2 tablespoons water.
- Place the foil on the grill cook, tossing the beans occasionally, until lightly charred and tender, about 15 minutes.
- While the beans grill, cook the bacon in a small skillet over medium heat until crisp; transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of bacon drippings and then stir the mustard, vinegar and remaining 1 tablespoon oil into the skillet until combined.
- Transfer the beans to a servings bowl and pour the warm vinaigrette over top. Toss well, scatter with the cooked bacon and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper.
GREEN BEAN, YELLOW PEPPER, AND BACON SALAD WITH OREGANO VINAIGRETTE
Categories Salad Side Picnic Bacon Green Bean Bell Pepper Summer Chill Oregano Boil Gourmet Sugar Conscious Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Serves 8 to 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a kettle of boiling water cook the beans for 2 to 4 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender, drain them, and refresh them in a bowl of ice and cold water. In a large bowl whisk together the vinegar, the mustard, and the orégano and add the oil in a stream, whisking until the vinaigrette is emulsified. To the vinaigrette add the beans, drained well, the yellow pepper, and the bacon, crumbled, toss the salad, and season it with salt and black pepper. The salad may be made 8 hours in advance.
GREEN BEAN AND YELLOW PEPPER SALAD
Serve this colorful side dish with Marinated Flank Steak.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar and oil. Add onion. Toss to combine; season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook green beans until crisp-tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Pat dry with paper towels.
- To bowl with onion, add bell pepper and cooked green beans. Toss to combine; season with salt and pepper. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 g, Fat 5 g, Protein 2 g
GREEN BEANS WITH VINAIGRETTE
These fresh green beans help balance out the richness of the rest of the Thanksgiving meal.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a large pot fitted with a steamer basket. Fill a large bowl with ice water; set aside.
- Place green beans, stem ends trimmed, in basket. Cover; steam until crisp-tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Plunge beans in ice water. When cool, drain; pat dry with paper towels. Transfer to a large bowl.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk or shake extra-virgin olive oil, white-wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, coarse salt, and ground pepper until thickened and combined. Pour over beans; toss to coat.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh green beans and yellow peppers. If you can't find fresh green beans, you can use frozen green beans, but be sure to thaw them before using.
- If you don't have any bacon, you can substitute cooked sausage or ham.
- To make the oregano vinaigrette, you can use either fresh or dried oregano. If you are using fresh oregano, be sure to chop it finely.
- You can adjust the amount of vinegar and oil in the vinaigrette to taste. If you like a more tangy vinaigrette, add more vinegar. If you like a more mild vinaigrette, add more oil.
- Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for a few hours before serving.
Conclusion:
This green bean, yellow pepper, and bacon salad with oregano vinaigrette is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you serve it immediately or chill it for a few hours, this salad is sure to be a hit.
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