Description
Crispy air fryer green beans elevate simple vegetables into a remarkable side dish. Parmesan cheese and garlic create irresistible flavor profiles for diners wanting healthier vegetable options. You’ll crave these addictive green beans with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340 g) fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional, for extra flavor)
- ½ tsp paprika (optional, for a slight smoky touch)
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for a cheesy finish)
Instructions
- Prep Beans: Rinse green beans under cool water, removing debris. Trim ends with sharp scissors for uniform edges.
- Dry and Season: Pat beans thoroughly with paper towels. Transfer to mixing bowl and sprinkle herbs and spices, tossing gently to coat evenly.
- Air Fry Setup: Arrange seasoned beans in a single layer within air fryer basket, ensuring no overcrowding for consistent cooking.
- Cooking Process: Set air fryer to 375°F. Roast for 6-8 minutes, midway through shaking basket to promote even browning and crisp texture.
- Finishing Touch: Verify beans have golden-brown edges and desired crispness. Remove carefully from basket and transfer to serving plate, allowing brief cooling before serving.
Notes
- Dry Thoroughly: Pat green beans completely dry to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent steaming instead of roasting in the air fryer.
- Layer Strategically: Spread green beans in a single, uncrowded layer to ensure even cooking and crisp texture throughout.
- Seasoning Secret: Toss green beans with a light coating of olive oil before adding herbs to help spices adhere and enhance overall flavor profile.
- Temperature Precision: Maintain air fryer temperature between 375-400°F for perfect golden-brown edges without burning delicate green beans.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 2 mg