The roasting in this classic green bean recipe recipe brings this vegetable to the peak of flavor. A perfect side dish for chicken, beef, fish or pork, make them classic, or try one of 5 flavor variations for something new!
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time10 minutesmins
Servings: 4people
Calories: 67kcal
Ingredients
1lbgreen beans
1tbspolive oil
1tspsalt
1tsppepper
Instructions
Toss green beans with the the olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Bake at 400˚F for 8-12 minutes or until green beans are tender.
Notes
FLAVOR OPTIONS:
You can adapt the flavor of these green beans easily with just a few extra ingredients.
Garlic Roasted Green Beans– Add 1/4 tsp garlic powder and 2 fresh crushed garlic cloves to the olive oil, salt and pepper. Bake as directed. Optional: While hot, toss with 1/4 cup grated parmesan.
Pan Roasted Green Beans with Bacon– Cut 4 slices of bacon into small pieces (1/2″ or less). Sprinkle the bacon pieces evenly over the green beans that have been seasoned with the oil, salt, and pepper and bake as directed. Once done toss the green beans and bacon together then remove from the baking sheet. *Can also be made with prosciutto.
Balsamic Roasted Green Beans– Make green beans as directed by recipe. Once done, immediately toss the green beans with 1 tbsp thick/syrupy balsamic vinegar, or balsamic glaze.
Asian Roasted Green Beans– Make Green Beans as directed. Once done, immediately toss the green beans with 1-2 tbsp teriyaki glaze. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
Lemon Pepper Green Beans– Add 1/4 tsp garlic powder and 2 fresh crushed garlic cloves to the olive oil, salt and pepper. Bake as directed. While hot, toss with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice and optionally, 1/4 cup grated parmesan.
How to Store: To save leftovers, separate into meal sized portions and then place in an airtight container and store:
in the refrigerator for 3-4 days
in the freezer up to a month
How to Reheat: This can be reheated in the microwave in 20 second increments