Air Fryer Crispy Green Beans

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If you’re bored with the same old side dishes look no further than our air fryer crispy green beans. This easy air fryer recipe is made with just a handful of ingredients and the best part is it’s ready in under 20 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Cooked crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, this easy green bean recipe is the perfect side dish for almost any meal. While our whole family enjoys this healthy side dish, calling them “green French fries” may be enough to get your picky eaters to try them. 

I love cooking with fresh green beans, even though canned and frozen require a bit less prep work. And I think roasted green beans have more texture and flavor. This is also a great recipe to refer back to in the summer months in case you find yourself with an abundance of string beans. 

We think the best way to make green beans and other fresh vegetables is in the air fryer because there’s no need to heat up the oven or stand over a hot stove. And we like how it cooks veggies to a crispy perfection in minutes.

Because we are using only seasoning and oil, you’ll be happy to know this tasty dish is low carb and gluten free for those who have intolerances or restrictions.

Veggies are some of the easiest air fryer sides to throw together and the seasoning options are unlimited. We love air fried asparagus, broccoli and cauliflower, acorn squash, Mexican street corn, and artichokes.

Ingredients

• green beans – don’t forget to trim the ends and remove the string if needed. 
• olive oil – this is our go to but you can use avocado oil if preferred.
• all-purpose seasoning – something similar to Newman’s Own.
• spray oil – this is to grease the basket. 

How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Green Beans 

Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F. 

Toss the beans in a large bowl with the olive oil and seasoning until they are evenly coated. 

Use a parchment paper liner (place it in the basket right before adding the beans), or lightly spray the basket with cooking oil. 

Add the green beans to the air fryer basket and cook for 4 minutes. Stir, then continue cooking for another 4 minutes or until desired crispiness is achieved.

Substitutions and Variations 

• Instead of all-purpose seasoning use garlic powder. Avoid using fresh garlic because it may burn.
• Toss with a generous amount of parmesan cheese for a cheesy version. 
• Omit the seasoning and just go with salt and black pepper. 
• For a spicy version, add red pepper flakes. 

How to Make Crispy Green Beans in the Oven

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. After the beans are coated in the oil and seasoning, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes. At the 15 minute mark, shake the pan then finish cooking. Be sure not to overload the sheet pan or it will result in steamed beans versus crispy. 

What to Serve With 

I mentioned previously this green beans recipe is a tasty side dish for just about any main dish meal. A few of our favorites are filet mignon, chicken thighs, and coconut shrimp.

If you’re going for comfort food, I’d recommend chicken fried steak, meatloaf, or these irresistible meatballs. 

How to Store Roasted Green Beans

Please note the green beans will be crispiest when they are fresh from the air fryer. But you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Reheat in the air fryer or microwave for 1-2 minutes or until they are warm. 

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