Balsamic Roasted Green Beans and Strawberries

By KetoInPearlsFeb 26, 2023Jump to Recipe

Crisp Green Beans are roasted with Sweet Strawberries in a balsamic glaze. A low-carb, low-calorie, gluten-free, and keto-friendly side dish for the summer!

Crisp green beans are roasted with sweet strawberries in a balsamic glaze. A low carb and low calorie side dish for the summer!

Brace yourselves, I have a new obsession: roasted strawberries. If you have never eaten a roasted strawberry, you are in for a real treat with this recipe for keto balsamic roasted green beans and strawberries!

Berries have the lowest carb count in the fruit food group. When you eat a ketogenic diet, berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, cranberries, and even grapes) can be easily fit into your daily macros.

The sweetness of the strawberries combined with the acidity of the balsamic vinegar is a divine flavor pairing. And when you roast the strawberries, they get soft which counters the crisp green beans oh so nicely!

Ingredients

1 lb fresh green beans
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
5 oz strawberries, tops removed
4 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup avocado oil

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Prepare the green beans by snapping the ends that need to be removed. Place on baking sheet.
Cut the strawberries in half and add to the baking sheet. Add the bell pepper pieces.
In a small bowl, whisk the oil and vinegar. Pour over the vegetables and toss to coat.
Cook for 40 to 45 minutes. The green beans should be crisped and the strawberries softened.
Serve hot.

What To Serve With Roasted Green Beans and Strawberries

I added in a little red bell pepper for color and crunch! Red bell peppers are one of my all-time favorite veggies! Again, not giving them up just because I eat keto. A reader also suggested, instead of peppers, adding radishes, so give those a try.

I served these keto-friendly roasted green beans with my Keto Baked Salmon with Fresh Herbs but they would pair well with just about any meal this summer! I’m thinking a fresh grilled steak, shrimp, or even basic grilled chicken would be delicious! You could even get fancy and crumble some fresh feta or goat cheese on top before serving.

FAQs

Do I need to blanch the green beans before roasting them?

Nope. Roasting them is enough.

Can you use roasted strawberries as part of a dessert?

Yes, you can. They go really well with plain (Greek) yogurt or cottage cheese.

Do I need to remove both ends of the bean?

No. The only part that needs to be removed is the part of the bean that was once attached to the plant. The tail end can stay.

How To Store Roasted Green Beans & Strawberries

The strawberries will lose some of their juiciness if you choose to store them, so I recommend putting this dish together from scratch each time. However, if you need to store it, just let it all cool to room temperature then move it to an airtight container. Both the beans and strawberries will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also freeze the dish but remember two things: (i) leave about an inch at the top of the container for expansion, and (ii) the green beans can be frozen for up to 6 months, while the strawberries will last for only 4 months. Up to you whether you want to store the 2 components separately.

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Be sure to let me know how you like it in the comments down below! And don’t forget to tag me on social (I’m @keto_in_pearls everywhere)!