Description
Crispy, garlicky, and perfectly roasted, these Air Fryer Garlic Roasted Green Beans are your new favorite quick side dish! This easy recipe turns simple green beans into a flavorful, healthy snack or dinner side that’s ready in under 15 minutes. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast options, healthy snack ideas, or fast dinner ideas, this easy recipe delivers flavor and nutrition with zero fuss. The air fryer crisps them up beautifully while keeping them tender inside—perfect for both weeknight meals and holiday spreads.
Ingredients
1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
1.5 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
0.5 teaspoon sea salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
0.25 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional topping)
Lemon zest or juice (optional for serving)
Instructions
1. Wash green beans and pat dry thoroughly with a clean towel. Trim ends if needed.
2. In a large mixing bowl, toss green beans with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and onion powder.
3. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-4 minutes if your model requires it.
4. Place green beans in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding.
5. Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
6. Remove and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, or zest if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
Don’t skip drying the green beans—it ensures crispiness.
Mix garlic well with oil to prevent burning.
Avoid crowding the basket so hot air can circulate evenly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 3.9g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 5.6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8.7g
- Fiber: 3.6g
- Protein: 2.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: healthy snack, quick dinner, easy side dish, garlic green beans, air fryer recipe