Air Fryer Green Beans
Crispy, vibrant air fryer green beans seasoned with garlic, lemon zest and toasted almonds — a quick, healthy side ready in under 15 minutes.
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Servings: 3 –4 servings
Calories: 90kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound 450 g fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1½ tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Zest of ½ lemon
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds toasted (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice optional
- Pinch of red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Wash and trim the green beans, removing stem ends and any strings.
- Pat beans dry with a kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, toss beans with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 2–3 minutes.
- Arrange beans in a single layer in the air fryer basket; do not overcrowd—work in batches if needed.
- Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 6 minutes, then shake or toss the basket.
- Continue cooking for another 2–4 minutes until beans are blistered and tender-crisp.
- While beans cook, toast sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden, if using.
- Transfer cooked beans to a serving bowl, add lemon zest and lemon juice, and toss gently.
- Sprinkle toasted almonds and red pepper flakes over the beans; adjust seasoning and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 200mg | Fiber: 2.5g | Sugar: 2g