Crispy Air Fryer Green Beans

These crispy air fryer green beans cook at 380°F in just 7 to 9 minutes, with blistered edges and tender centers. Start with a simple 3-ingredient base, then pick your flavor: lemon garlic, Italian parmesan, balsamic glazed, or garlic sesame.

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Prep Time 3

Cook Time 7

Total Time 10

Serving servings

Ingredients

Base Ingredients:

1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Lemon Garlic:

1 lemon, juiced (start with ½ lemon, taste, and adjust)

Italian Parmesan:

1 lemon, juiced (start with ½ lemon, taste, and adjust)
¼ to ⅓ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Balsamic Glazed:

1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar

Garlic Sesame:

½ to 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 to 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

Preheat: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F.
Season: Pat the trimmed green beans dry, then toss them in a mixing bowl with the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Air fry: Spread the green beans in an even layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if needed. Air fry for 7 to 9 minutes, shaking the basket at the 4-minute mark.
Check for doneness: The green beans are ready when they're bright green and tender with a few blistered, browned spots. Add 1 more minute if needed.
Add flavor and serve: Toss the hot green beans with your chosen flavor and serve right away.

Notes

Soy Garlic: Use 1 to 2 tablespoons of low-sodium soy sauce instead of sesame oil, and skip the salt in step 2.

Almond Crunch: Sprinkle ¼ cup of slivered or chopped almonds over any flavor.

Balsamic Glaze: Swap the aged balsamic vinegar for balsamic glaze for a thicker, sweeter finish.

Storing: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. For meal prep, store them plain and add your flavor after reheating.

Reheating: Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3 to 6 minutes, or microwave for 30 to 45 seconds.

Nutrition

Course Side

Cuisine American

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