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These oven roasted garlic parmesan green beans are easy, cheesy, and bursting with flavor! An simple side dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday tables, or whenever you need a simple veggie everyone will actually want to eat.
Why I Love This Recipe
They’re roasted until perfectly tender, with crispy edges, savory garlic, and melty parmesan that makes them irresistible.
They perfectly accompany an air fryer baked potato or air fryer baked sweet potato.
If you’re looking for a fresh side that comes together in under 20 minutes, these garlic parmesan green beans are about to be your new go-to.
Recipe Ingredients
- Green Beans – Use fresh green beans. Wash them and cut the ends off for the best texture.
- Olive Oil – Helps the beans roast evenly and get a little crispy.
- Minced Garlic – Adds a punch of flavor that makes these green beans next level.
- Shredded Parmesan – Melts slightly and adds salty, cheesy goodness.
- Salt and Pepper – Keep it simple with just a sprinkle to enhance all the flavors.
Variations
- Add red pepper flakes – Sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes with the parmesan if you like a little heat.
- Use lemon zest – A little fresh lemon zest sprinkled on right before serving brightens up the whole dish.
- Swap the cheese – Try using pecorino romano or asiago for a slightly different cheesy flavor.
How to Cook Garlic Parmesan Green Beans in the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash your green beans and trim the ends off.
- Toss the green beans in olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place them on a baking sheet or in a casserole dish and roast for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, sprinkle the green beans with minced garlic and shredded parmesan cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes. Add extra salt and pepper if needed before serving.
Tips for Making the Best Garlic Parmesan Green Beans
- Don’t overcrowd the pan – Spread the green beans out so they roast instead of steaming.
- Use freshly shredded parmesan – It melts and tastes better than the pre-shredded bags.
- Watch the garlic – Minced garlic can burn quickly, so make sure to add it halfway through the cooking time.
- Adjust seasoning to taste – You can always add a pinch more salt or pepper right before serving if needed.
Recipe FAQs
Fresh is best for this recipe because frozen green beans can release extra moisture and won’t get as crispy. If you only have frozen, thaw and pat them very dry before roasting.
Store leftover green beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes to crisp them up again.
Absolutely! Air fry at 380°F (193°C) for about 8–10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. Add the parmesan and garlic halfway through just like you would for the oven.
These green beans are super versatile! Serve them alongside lemon garlic chicken, slow cooker chicken thighs, air fryer turkey meatloaf, or add them to your holiday table. They’re fancy enough for a special meal but easy enough for a weeknight dinner.
Golden, crispy, and loaded with garlic and parmesan, these roasted green beans are a must-try! Simple to prep and bake, they’re the perfect side dish for holidays, potlucks, or cozy weeknight dinners. I hope you love them as much as my family does.
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Oven roasted garlic parmesan green beans
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash 1 pound green beans and trim the ends off.
- Toss the green beans in 1 Tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spread them out on a baking sheet or in a casserole dish and roast for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, sprinkle the green beans with 1 Tablespoon minced garlic and 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese.
- Return the green beans to the oven and roast for another 5 minutes, until the cheese is melty and the green beans are crisp-tender.
- Taste and add extra salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
