how to cook green beans in oven
Green beans baked are a quick and healthy side dish. Roasting the dang things in the oven compels their natural sweetness out of them, and makes them tender but not too crumbly. You’ll have a side dish that everyone will love if you add your favorite seasonings!
Green Beans Experience with My First Baked Green Beans
When I first baked green beans for the first time I was so surprised … when I bake a vegetable it is usually an ordeal but I just thrilled, this was so easy to do and make it so flavorful. Roasting kinda took them to the next level but in a good way and they once they became a thing in my kitchen fast became a staple.
Ingredients
Fresh green beans: 1 lb, trimmed
Olive oil: 2 tbsp
Garlic: 2 cloves, minced (optional)
Salt: ½ tsp
Black pepper: ¼ tsp
Parmesan cheese: Possible to top with 1/4 cup, grated (optional)
Optional Seasonings:
Red pepper flakes: For a spicy kick
Lemon zest: For brightness
Smoked paprika: For a smoky flavor
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Turn your oven on to 400 degrees Fahrenheit that’s about 200 degrees Celsius.
Avoiding a mess is helpful if you use foil or parchment paper.
Step 2: Prep the Green Beans
Last, rinse the green beans and cut off the ends, then dry them with a towel so they will roast well.
Throw them together with some salt, pepper, some minced garlic (if you like) and some olive oil into a bowl until they are all covered.
Step 3: Spread and Roast
Lining a baking tray with foil and placing the green beans in a single layer is important because they will steam, not roast, if they are too close together.
If you want a more intense color and stronger flavor just let them stay longer, but place them in the oven after it is ready and start stirring them in between until they get close to 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 4: Add Parmesan (Optional)
If you wish for green beans with a cheesy delight finish, sprinkle some parmesan cheese in those last five minutes of roasting.
Step 5: Serve
Remove the green beans from oven and pour in a sp serving bowl.
If you want, pop a pinch of lemon zest or some red pepper flakes on it, then you’re ready to serve them or just leave it as is.
Perfect Oven Baked Green Beans Tips
Use Fresh Beans: Green beans roast best fresh, but firm. Don’t use canned or overly soft beans for the recipe.
Pat Dry: Toss beans with oil when crisp roasting, and be sure to make them dry first.
Adjust Cooking Time: Roast for 15 minutes, check the beans, if you want them softer roast longer.
Experiment with Flavors: Variety is provided when you try balsamic glaze, sesame seeds, nuts or something similar.
how to cook green beans in oven
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Quick and Easy: Just 5 minutes of prep time.
Healthy: Low in calories, nutrienrt packed side dish.
Versatile: Works well with roasted chicken, steak or fish.
A Side Dish to Savor
When I served these baked green beans, the first time, they were a hit. With caramelized edges and just a touch of garlic flavor even the pickiest of eaters couldn’t resist. I now use it as my go to side dish for weeknight dinners to holiday meals.
Tried this oven baked green bean recipe? It’s one of my new favourite ways to eat veggies! 🌱✨
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