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plate of roasted green beans topped with crispy pancetta and orange butter.
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Roasted Green Beans with Pancetta and Orange Butter

This easy side dish is loaded with flavor and will elevate your side dish game.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: roasted green beans, roasted green beans with pancetta
Servings: 4
Calories: 220kcal
Author: Abbey McDermott

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces fresh green beans
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • salt and pepper
  • 4 ounces diced pancetta
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ orange zested and juiced

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400℉. On a baking sheet, toss green beans with oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 10-12 minutes until slightly brown and crisp-tender.
  • Meanwhile, in a small skillet, cook the pancetta until brown and crisp, 5-7 minutes. Transfer the pancetta to a paper towel-lined plate. Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel.
  • Over medium-low heat, melt the butter and whisk in the juice of ½ an orange until the sauce comes together. Season with salt.
  • Transfer the roasted green beans to a serving platter and pour the sauce over the top. Garnish with the orange zest and pancetta.

Notes

Roasting green beans: 
  1. If using thin haricots verts,  reduce the roast time by a few minutes.
  2. Buy fresh beans that are firm and have a vibrant color.
  3. Pat the beans dry before tossing them with oil.
  4. Don't overcrowd the pan.
  5. Roast until just crisp-tender.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 238mg | Potassium: 267mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 809IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 1mg