Southern Bacon Green Beans and Peppers

Southern Bacon Green Beans & Peppers (Blood Sugar Balancing, Anti-Aging & Gut-Friendly)

If you’re looking for a hearty, flavor-packed side dish that doubles as a wellness booster, these Southern Bacon Green Beans & Peppers check all the boxes. Loaded with fiber, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats, this simple recipe brings Southern comfort with a functional medicine twist — supporting everything from blood sugar to skin health.

This isn’t your average green bean side dish. We’ve upgraded it with colorful bell peppers, antioxidant-rich veggies, protein-packed turkey bacon, and blood sugar-balancing healthy fats. It’s proof that you can nourish your body, balance hormones, and fuel your metabolism — all while enjoying big, comforting flavor.

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Why We Love This Southern Green Bean Dish

• Anti-aging, gut-friendly & full of nutrients
• Balanced with protein, fiber, fat, and greens
• Perfect as a holiday side or quick weeknight meal
• Supports blood sugar, hormones & inflammation

Functional Nutrition Highlights

• Green Beans & Bell Peppers: Loaded with vitamins A, C, K, folate, fiber, and antioxidants that support detox, gut health, and immune resilience.

• Lemon Juice: High in vitamin C to boost iron absorption, support collagen production, and promote glowing skin.

• Turkey Bacon: Provides lean protein with B vitamins, zinc, selenium, and phosphorus — great for metabolism, thyroid health, and energy.

• Avocado & Olive Oils: Deliver monounsaturated fats that stabilize blood sugar, improve insulin sensitivity, and lower LDL cholesterol.

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This Southern Bacon Green Bean dish is a perfect example of how comfort food can be completely functional — balancing your blood sugar, supporting your gut, and nourishing your entire body while still tasting incredible. Make it for the holidays or an easy weeknight side — your body (and tastebuds) will thank you.

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Recipe: Southern Bacon Green Beans & Peppers

Ingredients:

• Red bell peppers (diced)

• Yellow bell peppers (diced)

• Onions (diced)

• Applegate Farms turkey bacon (diced)

• Green beans (washed and snipped)

• Avocado oil

• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Fill a large soup pan with water and bring to a boil.
2. Add green beans and boil for about 20 minutes until tender.
3. Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, add avocado oil and sauté peppers and onions for about 10 minutes until softened.
4. In a separate skillet, sauté turkey bacon over medium heat for about 8 minutes until browned but not crispy (add a touch of oil if needed to prevent sticking).
5. Once green beans are tender, drain water and return to pan.
6. Add cooked bacon, peppers, onions, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
7. Serve hot & enjoy!

Optional: Transfer to a crock pot to keep warm and juicy for gatherings.