Crispy Oven Baked Green Beans with Parmesan
These Crispy Oven Baked Green Beans with Parmesan are easy to make, delicious, and a perfect side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lb fresh green beans, trimmed Fresh green beans are recommended, but frozen can be used if thawed and patted dry.
- 3 tbsp olive oil Essential for crisping; can substitute with avocado oil or melted coconut oil.
- 1 tsp garlic powder or 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/4 tsp kosher salt, to taste
- 3/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked or sweet paprika (optional)
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan, divided Freshly grated Parmesan provides the best flavor.
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
To Finish
- 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
- flaky sea salt
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- lemon wedges
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a large, light-colored sheet pan inside.
- Rinse green beans under cold water and pat them completely dry with a clean towel.
- In a large bowl, toss the green beans with olive oil, garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika if using.
- Carefully remove the hot sheet pan from the oven and spread the seasoned green beans in a single, even layer.
Cooking
- Roast the beans in the oven for about 10 minutes.
- Halfway through roasting, shake the pan to promote even cooking.
- Sprinkle half of the grated Parmesan over the beans after 10 minutes, toss them, and roast for another 7-10 minutes until edges are blistered and golden.
Finishing Touches
- Once done, toss the roasted green beans with lemon zest, remaining Parmesan, a splash of olive oil, chopped parsley, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve your crispy green beans with extra lemon wedges and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
Notes
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze in a freezer-safe bag. Reheat in a preheated oven at 375°F for about 5-7 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 270mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g
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