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Crispy Air Fryer Garlic Green Beans - 10 Minute Side Dish Recipe

This air fryer recipe transforms simple green beans into a restaurant-quality side dish with minimal effort. The combination of fresh garlic, olive oil, and seasoning creates an irresistible snack or dinner accompaniment that's both healthy and delicious.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 85
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes. This ensures even cooking from the start.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the trimmed green beans with olive oil until evenly coated. Add minced garlic, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, tossing to distribute the seasonings evenly.
  3. Arrange the green beans in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to ensure proper air circulation and crispiness.
  4. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking. Check for desired crispiness at the 8-minute mark.
  5. If using Parmesan cheese, sprinkle it over the hot green beans immediately after cooking. The residual heat will melt the cheese perfectly.

Notes

Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket - cook in batches if necessary. Use freshly minced garlic for best flavor. Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat in air fryer to restore crispiness.