Green Bean Roll Up Recipe

Your guests will be so impressed when you serve them these beautiful and delicious bacon wrapped green beans. Skip the green bean casserole this year for Thanksgiving and serve green bean bundles instead!

I’m of the opinion that everything is always better with bacon. These bacon wrapped green bean bundles are no exception, and they’re PERFECT for Thanksgiving! Everyone will think you spent hours on them, when they’re really actually quite simple to make with a few little tips and tricks.

Let’s talk about the green beans first. Not all green beans are created equal. I highly recommend using thin green beans, or the smaller French green beans (also known as haricot vert). I’ve used the French green beans in these photos. Many stores carry french green beans, but they’re typically not in the bulk bins like standard green beans. You’ll find french green beans pre-packaged in bags in the produce section, often near the bagged baby carrots, broccoli etc. French green beans are readily available and inexpensive at Trader Joe’s, but I have seen them at other larger chain supermarkets too. If you can’t find the French beans, just use small thin standard green beans, it’ll be just as delicious!

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I have two key tips for making sure your green bean bundles come out perfect every time. The first tip is to blanch the green beans, then submerge them in ice water to set their color. This will help prevent them from losing their bright green color in the oven. The next tip is to par cook your bacon. You want the bacon to still be soft and pliable, so don’t overdo it here or it won’t wrap easily around the beans. You’ll want to secure the bacon around the green beans with a toothpick. You can remove the toothpick prior to serving, but just be aware that these green bean bundles tend to be on the more fragile side, simply because you’ve got a small strip of meat holding 8-10 green beans in place. So handle the final product with care!

These green bean bundles will definitely be on my Thanksgiving table this year, such a fun alternative to the traditional green bean casserole!

Calories: 217 kcal | Carbohydrates: 14 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 16 g | Saturated Fat: 7 g | Cholesterol: 34 mg | Sodium: 609 mg | Potassium: 290 mg | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 9 g | Vitamin A: 1020 IU | Vitamin C: 13.9 mg | Calcium: 49 mg | Iron: 1.3 mgAn easy recipe for making bacon-wrapped green beans basted in a brown sugar dijon garlic glaze and roasted to perfection. This mouthwatering side dish is always a hit!

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Everything's better with bacon, right? Green beans are one of my favorite veggies and this flavor combo is a real winner. When you add the sweet, caramelized goodness of the candied bacon glaze to these green bean roll-ups, it's pure magic. Also, these slow-roasted green beans are a must-try if you haven't already made them. When you roast vegetables it brings out the natural sweetness and depth of flavor, which makes pretty much any vegetable irresistible!

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a large pot, add the beans and cover them with water. Bring the beans to a boil and cook for 6 minutes. Drain the beans and place them into an ice bath to stop the cooking process and cool.

Slice the bacon strips in half and heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the bacon for 3-4 minutes, turning it half way through. You want the bacon to be cooked but not crispy. Drain the bacon on paper towels and pat to soak up any excess oil. Next, drain the green beans and pat them dry.

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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and wrap about 7-8 beans with a strip of bacon, securing with a toothpick. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Using a pastry brush, baste the sauce to coat each bundle.

Bake the green bean bundles for 15-18 minutes until bacon is golden and beans have started to caramelize. Simple. Addictive and incredibly delicious!

These green bean roll-ups are great for meal prep! I usually eat 2 bundles and pair them with a protein source. I mean, it's hard to eat just one! 😉 They will keep well for up to 5 days in a sealed glass meal prep storage container in the refrigerator. *FYI- the nutrition calculations for this recipe are for one green bean bundle per serving.

Green Bean Casserole From Scratch

A delicious and simple side dish made with fresh green beans and center-cut bacon glazed with a brown sugar dijon garlic butter.

Calories: 104 kcal | Carbohydrates: 6 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 8 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Trans Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 17 mg | Sodium: 308 mg | Potassium: 109 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 4 g | Vitamin A: 384 IU | Vitamin C: 5 mg | Calcium: 19 mg | Iron: 1 mg

Hi, I'm Amee and I'm completely obsessed with all things fitness, recipe makeovers, and creating tasty, time-saving, recipes. Born and raised in South Carolina, I have a deep love for southern food culture. I am a Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, Cancer Exercise Specialist, recipe developer, and freelance content creator. I believe that anyone can be an amazing home cook, and there's nothing better than family time around the table!

Green Bean Bacon Bundles

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and wrap about 7-8 beans with a strip of bacon, securing with a toothpick. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Using a pastry brush, baste the sauce to coat each bundle.

Bake the green bean bundles for 15-18 minutes until bacon is golden and beans have started to caramelize. Simple. Addictive and incredibly delicious!

These green bean roll-ups are great for meal prep! I usually eat 2 bundles and pair them with a protein source. I mean, it's hard to eat just one! 😉 They will keep well for up to 5 days in a sealed glass meal prep storage container in the refrigerator. *FYI- the nutrition calculations for this recipe are for one green bean bundle per serving.

Green Bean Casserole From Scratch

A delicious and simple side dish made with fresh green beans and center-cut bacon glazed with a brown sugar dijon garlic butter.

Calories: 104 kcal | Carbohydrates: 6 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 8 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Trans Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 17 mg | Sodium: 308 mg | Potassium: 109 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 4 g | Vitamin A: 384 IU | Vitamin C: 5 mg | Calcium: 19 mg | Iron: 1 mg

Hi, I'm Amee and I'm completely obsessed with all things fitness, recipe makeovers, and creating tasty, time-saving, recipes. Born and raised in South Carolina, I have a deep love for southern food culture. I am a Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, Cancer Exercise Specialist, recipe developer, and freelance content creator. I believe that anyone can be an amazing home cook, and there's nothing better than family time around the table!

Green Bean Bacon Bundles