Description
Welcome to a world where healthy eating doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor or time! Today, we’re diving into the absolute magic of Air Fryer Garlic Green Beans, a vibrant and utterly delicious side dish that comes together in a mere 12 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional garnishes: red pepper flakes, fresh lemon juice, Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- **Prepare the Green Beans:** Rinse and trim the green beans. Pat them thoroughly dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- **Season the Green Beans:** In a large mixing bowl, combine the green beans with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- **Preheat the Air Fryer (Optional but Recommended):** Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- **Arrange in the Air Fryer Basket:** Transfer the seasoned green beans to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- **Air Fry:** Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even browning. Cook until tender-crisp and slightly charred.
- **Serve Immediately:** Transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with red pepper flakes, lemon juice, or Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
For the crispiest results, ensure your green beans are completely dry before seasoning and air frying. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg