Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
Additional
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Optional: Parmesan cheese, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 380°F and allow it to fully preheat to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the green beans: Trim the ends off the fresh green beans and dry them thoroughly with paper towels to help achieve a crisp texture when air frying.
- Season the green beans: In a large mixing bowl, toss the dried green beans with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until all beans are evenly coated.
- Arrange in air fryer basket: Spread the seasoned green beans in a single layer in the air fryer basket; avoid overcrowding to ensure they cook evenly and become blistered.
- Air fry the beans: Cook the green beans for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to promote even crisping. The beans should be tender with lightly blistered edges when done.
- Finish and serve: Transfer the green beans to a serving bowl, sprinkle with flaky sea salt, and optionally add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for extra flavor. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure the green beans are completely dry before seasoning and air frying to maximize crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to prevent uneven cooking and soggy beans.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste after cooking if desired.
- Lemon juice enhances brightness and freshness but is optional.
- Parmesan cheese adds a savory umami touch; omit for a dairy-free version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
