Bacon Dressing for Green Beans

Bacon Dressing for Green Beans recipe videos

Bacon dressing for green beans is a savory, tangy topping traditionally served over blanched or steamed green beans. It is a staple of Southern American cuisine, made by combining rendered bacon fat with vinegar, sugar, and seasonings to create a warm, smoky vinaigrette. This dish is often served as a side during holidays or family gatherings, adding a rich, umami depth to the fresh, crisp beans.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is relatively high in fat due to the bacon drippings, but it provides a good balance of protein and fiber from the green beans. A typical serving contains roughly 150-200 calories, with significant amounts of Vitamin K and Vitamin C from the beans.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	175 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	13 g
Fiber	4.5 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	480 mg
Vitamin K	80 mcg
Vitamin C	25 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Potassium	350 mg
Folate	60 mcg
Iron	1.5 mg
Calcium	55 mg
Magnesium	25 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish is a hallmark of Southern 'comfort food' and reflects the historical use of animal fats in cooking. Nutritionally, the vinegar in the dressing can help improve the absorption of iron and calcium from the green beans, while the bacon fat provides a concentrated source of energy.