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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves 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
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1
Dry 1 lb trimmed fresh green beans thoroughly with paper towels — excess moisture causes steaming instead of crisping.
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2
In a large bowl, toss the green beans with 2 tbsp olive oil, 4 cloves 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.
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3
Preheat the air fryer to 390°F. Spread the green beans in the basket in as close to a single layer as possible.
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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.
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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.