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Learn how to cook fresh green beans in the air fryer! A delicious weeknight side dish, they’re lightly crisp, tender, and ready in 10 minutes.


air fryer green beans


Have you ever tried cooking green beans in the air fryer? They come out lightly crisp, tender, and beautifully caramelized. And best of all, they’re ready in 10 minutes. Just like my air fryer zucchini and air fryer corn on the cob, these air fryer green beans are a perfect healthy side dish for busy weeknights.

Fresh green beans are one of my favorite vegetables to cook at this time of year, so in the last few weeks, I’ve had this air fryer green beans recipe on repeat. I’m sharing a few of my go-to serving suggestions below, but to be honest, these green beans pair well with just about any main dish. Serve them with grilled tofu, a summery pasta…you can’t go wrong!


recipe ingredients - green beans, olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemons


How to Air Fry Green Beans

This recipe is super simple to make:

  • Start by washing and trimming your green beans. Pat them dry to help them brown and crisp up as they cook.
  • Then, season the beans. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and several grinds of pepper.
  • Next, air fry them. If your air fryer requires preheating, preheat it to 400°F. Spread the green beans in a single layer in the air fryer basket and air fry for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the beans are tender and browned in places.
  • Squeeze with fresh lemon juice, and enjoy!

Find the complete recipe with measurements below.

Air Fryer Green Beans Tips

  • Work in batches if necessary. I always give this tip when I share an air fryer recipe! In order for the veggies to brown and crisp up as they cook, they need to be in a single layer in the air fryer basket. (If it’s too crowded, they’ll steam and soften instead.) Depending on the size of your air fryer, all the green beans may not fit in a single layer. If that’s the case, cook them in 2 to 3 batches to avoid overcrowding.
  • Look for haricots verts. You can use any kind of fresh green beans in this recipe, but my personal favorites are French green beans, or haricots verts. These slender beans have a sweeter flavor and snappier texture than other varieties, and they almost taste buttery. Bonus: they often come pre-trimmed.
  • Spice them up, if you like. I season these green beans simply with olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon juice, but they’d be great with other spices or seasonings too! Try tossing them with a little garlic powder, Italian seasoning, or dried thyme before cooking. You could garnish them with fresh herbs, red pepper flakes, and/or Parmesan cheese after roasting too.


Green beans in air fryer basket


What to Serve with Air Fryer Green Beans

These easy air fryer green beans pair well with almost any main dish!

Serve them with a simple pasta, like my lemon pasta or pasta puttanesca, or pair them with a simply cooked protein like this crispy sesame tofu. They’re great alongside a frittata too!

And maybe this goes without saying, but this recipe would also be a lovely holiday side dish.

How to Store and Reheat

This recipe is best right after cooking, but if you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

I like to reheat them in the air fryer so that they crisp up. It only takes 5 to 10 minutes at 350°F!


Air fryer green beans recipe


Don’t have an air fryer? Make these oven roasted green beans instead! They’re not quite as quick, but they’re just as delicious.

That said, an air fryer really does come in handy for weeknight cooking. If you’re thinking about getting one, I recommend the Our Place Wonder Oven. I love that it doesn’t require preheating, and its compact size fits well on my countertop. It’s super cute too!

More Easy Air Fryer Recipes

If you love this recipe, try one of these easy air fryer side dishes next:

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These Hickory BBQ Roasted Sheet Pan Vegetables are smoky, saucy, and super simple to make! A healthy, flavorful side dish or plant-based main that’s budget-friendly thanks to Yo Mama’s BBQ Sauce.

Hickory BBQ Roasted Sheet Pan Vegetables

Not to be dramatic, but these Hickory BBQ Roasted Sheet Pan Vegetables might just be the best thing to ever happen to your weeknight dinner rotation. Saucy, smoky, and a little bit sweet, they’re the kind of veggies that convert even the pickiest eaters. Think roasted caramelized edges, tender bites, and a rich Hickory BBQ flavor that tastes like summer cookouts without ever firing up the grill.

Oh, and bonus: You can save money on my go-to sauce (Yo Mama’s Hickory BBQ) by using code HEALTHYHELPER at checkout. I highly recommend stocking up because once you taste it, you’ll want to drizzle it on everything.

Hickory BBQ Roasted Sheet Pan Vegetables

Ingredients for Hickory BBQ Roasted Sheet Pan Vegetables:

  • 1 head of broccoli, chopped into florets
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 red pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes
  • ½ cup Yo Mama’s Hickory BBQ Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
  2. In a small bowl, mix Yo Mama’s Hickory BBQ Sauce with olive oil until well combined. This flavorful blend will be the secret sauce that takes your veggies to the next level!
  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss together the chopped broccoli, sliced red onion, cubed sweet potatoes, sliced red pepper, halved Brussels sprouts, and grape tomatoes.
  4. Drizzle the BBQ sauce and olive oil mixture over the veggies, ensuring they’re evenly coated. Use your hands or a spoon to toss everything together until every vegetable is glistening with that irresistible smoky sauce.
  5. Spread the vegetables out in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan, making sure they’re not too crowded. This allows them to roast evenly and develop a delicious caramelized exterior.
  6. Season the veggies with salt and pepper to taste, then pop the sheet pan into the preheated oven.
  7. Roast the vegetables for 25-30 minutes, or until they’re tender and slightly charred around the edges. Keep an eye on them towards the end of the cooking time to prevent burning.
  8. Once roasted to perfection, remove the sheet pan from the oven and let the veggies cool slightly before serving.
  9. Transfer the BBQ roasted sheet pan vegetables to a serving platter, and garnish with fresh herbs like chopped parsley or cilantro for an extra pop of color and flavor.
  10. Serve your BBQ roasted sheet pan vegetables as a standalone dish for a hearty vegetarian meal, or pair them with your favorite protein for a complete and satisfying feast!

Hickory BBQ Roasted Sheet Pan Vegetables

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or just trying to eat more plants without the sad salad energy, this sheet pan dinner brings the flavor and the feel-good. So go ahead, get saucy, save money, and roast your heart out.

Let me know in the comments how you serve your BBQ veggie mix (and if you add any other faves to the pan…zucchini, mushrooms, and cauliflower totally belong here too!).

 
 
 
 
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