Make perfectly roasted green beans in minutes with just a few common ingredients. This simple, flavorful side pairs well with weeknight dinners or holiday feasts and is a family favorite.
Baked green beans are a healthy, versatile side that complements almost any main course. What I love about this recipe is how quickly it comes together — just minutes and a handful of pantry staples. The result is crisp-tender green beans that are the opposite of the canned mush I grew up with. They’re so good I often make a double batch.
This is a five-ingredient recipe (most likely items you already have) that’s easy to customize. It’s ideal for busy weeknights and works equally well for special occasions.
Want a main to serve alongside? Try a maple-glazed ham. For more sides, consider air-fryer green beans, cheesy mashed potatoes, or air-fryer asparagus.
Baked Green Beans Ingredients
- Green Beans – Use fresh green beans for best texture. Trim the ends by snapping or cutting them.
- Olive Oil – Just enough to lightly coat the beans. You can substitute an oil spray if preferred.
- Seasonings – I keep it simple with kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Feel free to add red pepper flakes, onion powder, lemon zest, or grated Parmesan for extra flavor.
Substitutions & Variations
If you don’t have garlic powder, use onion powder. Try red pepper flakes, chili powder, curry powder, or Italian seasoning for different flavor profiles. For a crunchy topping, toss with panko and Parmesan or sprinkle sesame seeds. You can also roast the beans with pine nuts, whole garlic cloves, or halved cherry tomatoes for added texture and flavor.
How to Make Baked Green Beans
Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, combine trimmed green beans with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss with tongs until the beans are evenly coated.
Arrange the beans in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Roast for 12–15 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the beans reach your desired crispness.
How to Store and Reheat Baked Green Beans
- Cool green beans to room temperature before storing in an airtight container.
- Refrigerate leftovers for 3–4 days.
- To reheat, briefly air-fry on the reheat setting for crispiness, or warm gently in the microwave.
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Baked Green Beans
Ingredients
- 3/4 lb Green Beans, Trimmed
- 2 TBSP Olive Oil
- 1 TBSP Garlic Powder
- 1 TSP Salt
- 1 TSP Black Pepper
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 425ºF.
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In a medium bowl, combine trimmed green beans, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss with tongs until well coated.
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Spread the beans in a single even layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment or a silicone mat.
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Roast for 12–15 minutes, turning once halfway through, until they reach your preferred level of crispness.
Nutrition
| Carbohydrates: 8g
| Protein: 2g
| Fat: 7g
| Fiber: 3g
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