Description
Crispy air fryer green beans are a quick and delicious side dish that transforms fresh vegetables into a flavorful treat. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection, they bring a delightful crunch to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp paprika or Italian herbs for added flavor (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the green beans thoroughly.
- In a large bowl, toss the green beans with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the seasoned green beans in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
- Check for a golden brown and crispy texture; if necessary, cook for an additional minute or two.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider sprinkling some lemon zest over the cooked green beans.
- Mixing in roasted nuts or grated cheese after cooking can enhance both flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg