Description
Crispy air fryer garlic roasted green beans deliver a quick side dish packed with flavor and nutrition. Garlic-infused green beans emerge tender yet perfectly caramelized, offering a delightful complement to any main course you’ll enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) green beans, fresh, trimmed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Rinse green beans thoroughly under cool water, pat dry, and trim woody stem ends for optimal cooking and visual appeal.
- Seasoning: Whisk olive oil, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Toss green beans to ensure complete, even coating with the aromatic marinade.
- Air Fryer Setup: Preheat air fryer to 375°F for 2-3 minutes, creating the ideal cooking environment for crisp, flavorful vegetables.
- Cooking Process: Distribute seasoned green beans in a single layer within the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding. Shake basket midway through cooking to promote uniform caramelization and prevent burning.
- Finishing Touches: Cook for 8-10 minutes until beans develop crisp edges and tender interior. Transfer to serving platter and enhance with optional garnishes like parmesan cheese, toasted almonds, or a splash of fresh citrus juice to elevate the dish’s complexity and visual appeal.
Notes
- Dry Beans Thoroughly: Pat green beans completely dry after washing to prevent steaming and ensure crispy roasting.
- Avoid Overcrowding: Spread beans in a single layer for even air circulation and optimal caramelization, preventing soggy results.
- Adjust Cooking Time: Monitor beans closely as air fryer temperatures vary; thinner beans may cook faster than thicker ones.
- Customize Seasoning: Experiment with herbs like rosemary, thyme, or red pepper flakes to personalize flavor profile and match different dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg