Green Bean, Grape, And Pasta Toss Recipe

Name: Green Bean, Grape, And Pasta Toss
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped pecans; 8 bacon slices; 1 pound thin fresh green beans, trimmed and cut in half; 1 (8-oz.) package penne pasta; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1/3 cup sugar; 1/3 cup red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 cups seedless red grapes, cut in half; 1/3 cup diced red onion; Salt to taste

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Arrange pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet, and bake at 350u00b0 for 5 to 7 minutes or until lightly toasted and fragrant.
2
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes or until crisp; remove bacon, and drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon.
3
Cook beans in boiling salted water to cover 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Plunge beans into ice water to stop the cooking process.
4
Meanwhile, prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.
5
Whisk together mayonnaise and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl; add pecans, green beans, pasta, grapes, and onion, stirring to coat. Season with salt to taste. Cover and chill 3 hours; stir in bacon just before serving.

1929

kcal

Calories

149

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup chopped pecans, 8 bacon slices, 1 pound thin fresh green beans, trimmed and cut in half, 1 (8-oz.) package penne pasta, and more.

Yes, Green Bean, Grape, And Pasta Toss falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Green Bean, Grape, And Pasta Toss

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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