Slow Cooker Green Beans
A healthy and delicious side dish of fresh green beans cooked in a slow cooker, perfect for family dinners and meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 255 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Calorie, Diabetic-Friendly
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Fresh Green Beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 2 tablespoons Butter, cut into pieces
- 1 cup Savory Broth (Vegetable or Chicken)
- 1/2 cup Crispy Bacon, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the fresh green beans under cold water to remove any dirt or debris and trim the ends of each bean.
- Coat the green beans with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then toss to ensure they are evenly coated.
- Transfer the seasoned green beans into the slow cooker and spread them out for even cooking.
- Add butter pieces over the beans and pour enough savory broth to cover them.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours until tender.
- Sprinkle crispy bacon on top before serving, if desired.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Experiment with different herbs for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: green beans, slow cooker, side dish, healthy, meal prep