Green Bean Casserole

Green Bean Casserole is a classic American side dish, typically made with green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and topped with crispy fried onions. It is a staple at holiday meals, particularly Thanksgiving, and was originally created in 1955 by a home economist for the Campbell Soup Company.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in fat and sodium due to the creamy soup and fried onion topping, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates. A single serving typically contains around 200 to 300 calories, providing some fiber and vitamins from the green beans.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	550 mg
Vitamin C	8 mg
Vitamin K	20 mcg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Calcium	60 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Folate	30 mcg

Per 1 cup (220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The recipe's origin is a fascinating example of mid-20th-century food marketing, as it was designed specifically to promote canned soup and canned green beans. Despite its processed ingredients, it has become a beloved, nostalgic comfort food for millions of Americans.