Have you ever wondered what to do with leftover green beans after a big holiday meal or family gathering? These leftover green bean recipes provide creative ways to transform those extras into flavorful dishes everyone will enjoy.
Green Bean Casserole with Bacon
Give your green bean casserole a flavorful twist by adding crispy bacon. This comforting dish works perfectly as a side for weeknight dinners or festive occasions.
Green Bean Casserole with Bacon
This Green Bean Casserole recipe is made from scratch with tender green beans in a creamy mushroom sauce with a crunchy onion topping!
Switch up your green bean routine by making fritters. These are easy to prepare in one bowl and are great as a light snack or a unique appetizer for family gatherings.
Green Bean Fritters
These green bean fritters are a fun way to switch up how you serve a veggie side! They’re quick to whip up in one bowl and make for a filling lunch!
Combine green beans with tender potatoes and garlic for a hearty and satisfying dish. Pair it with roasted meats or enjoy it as a standalone vegetarian option.
Potatoes and Green Beans
These Potatoes and Green Beans are a tasty dish that you’ll love. Made with garlic and flavorful seasonings, this veggie dish is delicious.
Move beyond the traditional green bean casserole with this fresh and vibrant dish. It’s perfect for the holidays or any meal where you want a simple yet flavorful side.
Ultimate Green Beans
Tired of green bean casserole? Try this fresh green bean dish that is worthy of the holidays!
Add a zesty kick to your green beans with lemon pepper seasoning. This light and refreshing side complements grilled chicken, fish, or pasta dishes beautifully.
Lemon Pepper Green Beans
Lemon Pepper Green Beans are tasty, nutritious, and simple to make. Serve this side dish with your favorite meals any time of year!
Miniature green bean casserole cups are perfect for parties or potlucks. These individual portions are both convenient and adorable, making them a hit with guests.
Green Bean Casserole Cups
Do you love to make mini versions of food? Then you’ll love the individual Green Bean Casserole Cups perfect for your Thanksgiving or Holiday dinner!
Turn leftover green beans into a hearty meal by combining them with orecchiette pasta in a creamy sauce. This dish is ideal for a quick and satisfying dinner.
Creamy Orecchiette and Green Beans
Take your leftover green bean casserole from side dish to center stage by tossing it with pasta for a quick and easy dinner.
Transform traditional green bean casserole into tartlets for a gourmet-style appetizer. These bite-sized treats are perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions.
Green Bean Casserole Tartlets
Green Bean Casserole Tartlets transform the classic Thanksgiving side dish into a delicious finger food appetizer that is perfect for the holidays!
Sauté green beans with mushrooms for a rich and earthy side dish. It’s an excellent alternative to oven-baked casseroles when you need to free up oven space.
Green Beans with Mushrooms
This Green Beans with Mushrooms recipe is an easy stove-top side dish with all the elements of a green bean casserole, but it doesn’t take up valuable oven space.
Combine leftover green beans with chicken in a creamy, low-carb casserole. It’s a versatile dish that’s perfect for keto-friendly or family dinners.
Low Carb Green Bean Chicken Casserole
Imagine a low carb green bean chicken casserole that your entire family devours! This is that recipe, and it’s so easy to customize too. Similar Low Carb Recipes: Keto Jalapeno Popper Casserole, Keto Cabbage and Beef Casserole, Easy Keto Reuben Casserole Low Carb Green Bean Chicken Casserole The best kinds of recipes are the ones that use leftovers. I mean, lots of kids (and husbands) hate leftovers for some reason. But with this creative and yummy casserole, your family will eat that leftover chicken (or turkey) without realizing it. Oh, and it’s low carb too.
Try this Sichuan-inspired dry-fried green bean recipe for a crispy, spicy dish. It’s a quick and flavorful addition to any meal, especially Asian-inspired dinners.
Dry Fried Green Beans
Dry fried green beans, a classic Sichuan dish, is one of the best ways to enjoy green beans! A 20-minute stir fry you will love. Learn how to make it!
These mini casseroles are fun, individual-sized portions of the classic dish. They’re ideal for entertaining or as an appetizer for any occasion.
Mini Green Bean Casseroles
Mini Green Bean Casseroles are a fun twist on the traditional side dish served during the holidays. Making it in individual pastry cups makes it a fun appetizer. You’ll love how simple it is.
Elevate your green beans with a creamy Dijon mustard sauce. This elegant side dish is perfect for dinner parties or upscale meals.
Hericot Vert Recipe with Dijon Mustard Cream Sauce
Hericot Vert in Mustard Cream Sauce. A simple, rich flavored side dish features the sharpness of mustard to complement the bright flavor of green beans. Look for Hericot Verts or French green beans.
Toss green beans in a tangy Italian dressing for a refreshing salad. It’s a great side dish for summer picnics or as a light and healthy lunch.
Italian Cold Green Bean Salad
Italian cold marinated green bean salad is a delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. This salad is perfect for summer cookouts or any time you want a healthy side.
Mix green beans with a medley of other legumes in this vibrant 5 bean salad. This crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or family dinners.
The Best 5 Bean Salad
This is the BEST 5 bean salad recipe you’ll ever have! It’s a delicious mix of beans, onions, green pepper, celery, and herbs tossed in a tangy apple cider vinaigrette.
Thank you to the recipe creators who inspire us with innovative ways to turn simple ingredients into delicious meals. Your creativity brings joy to the kitchen!
Laura Bais is the owner of Julie's Cafe Bakery food blog. From a young age, she had a passion for cooking, and at the age of 13, she made her first meal. After finishing high school, she undergraduates in Cultural Studies at the University of Rijeka, and graduates in Journalism at the University of Zagreb. At that time she honed her cooking skills, but also worked in marketing. Since her love for cooking never faded, in 2021 she finally decided to share her recipes with the world. Laura turned her hobby into a career and loves every moment of it. Now she writes about common mistakes in the kitchen and how to avoid them, about adding twists to traditional meals, etc. Her love for trying new foods often leads her to visit restaurants and attempt to recreate the meals at home. She has been featured on F and B Recipes and BOXROX, to name a few.