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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Green Beans

Fresh green beans air fried until tender with blistered edges, tossed with garlic, olive oil, and a snowfall of Parmesan. A simple, fast, and delicious vegetarian side that pairs with almost any main.

20 minEasyServes 4120 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 2 tsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. 1

    Dry 1 lb trimmed fresh green beans thoroughly with paper towels - excess moisture causes steaming instead of crisping.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, toss the green beans with 2 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes until evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Preheat the air fryer to 390°F. Spread the green beans in the basket in as close to a single layer as possible.

  4. 4

    Air fry at 390°F for 5 minutes. Toss or shake, then continue cooking 4-5 more minutes until beans are tender with blistered, lightly charred spots.

  5. 5

    Immediately transfer to a serving dish. Squeeze 2 tsp fresh lemon juice over the top and shower with 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese. Toss once and serve hot.

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Questions

How hot should the oil be for Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Green Beans?

For Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Green Beans, the air fryer is set to 390 F (about 200 C) in step 3. The longest stretch at that heat is 5 minutes, in step 4. Air fryers run hot or cool by model, so check two minutes early the first time. The frying oil is held at 390 F (about 200 C) in step 4. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy.

What should Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Green Beans look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 2: cook until evenly coated. Step 4: cook until beans are tender with blistered, lightly charred spots.

What can I use instead of Parmesan in Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Green Beans?

The entry for Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Green Beans calls for 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated. In its place: Pecorino Romano or Grana Padano, measure for measure. For dairy-free, use nutritional yeast at half the volume.

Is Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Green Beans spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Green Beans comes from 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. For a milder plate, halve the pepper flakes; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I make Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Green Beans dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Green Beans is 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How many carbs are in Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Green Beans?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 10 g of carbohydrate in about 120 calories, with 4 g protein and 6 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 200 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Green Beans?

Refrigerate what is left of Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Green Beans within two hours and eat it within three days. Re-crisp leftovers in the air fryer at 350 F for three to four minutes; the microwave softens the coating.

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