Ingredients
Green Beans
- 1 pound (450g) green beans
Seasoning & Oil
- Olive oil, to coat
- Cooking spray, as needed
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: red pepper flakes, lemon wedges, chopped herbs
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and allow it to preheat, ensuring it reaches the ideal temperature for cooking green beans evenly and quickly.
- Prepare Green Beans: Wash and thoroughly pat dry the green beans. Trim the ends by topping and tailing them with a sharp knife. Place the beans in a mixing bowl.
- Season and Toss: Drizzle olive oil over the green beans, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Toss the beans using your hands or tongs until fully coated with oil and seasoning to ensure even flavor.
- Air Fry the Beans: Arrange the green beans in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking and at least once more to promote even crispiness and doneness. The beans should be tender yet slightly crispy when finished.
- Serve: Remove the green beans from the air fryer immediately. Top with extra salt, red pepper flakes, lemon wedges, or chopped herbs according to your taste preferences before serving.
Notes
- Make sure the green beans are dry before coating with oil to ensure they crisp up nicely in the air fryer.
- Shake the basket multiple times during cooking to prevent uneven cooking and promote crispiness.
- Feel free to add other seasonings or garnishes like garlic powder or parmesan cheese for variation.
- Cooking time may vary slightly depending on your air fryer model and bean size.
- Serve immediately for best texture as air fried vegetables can lose crispness if left to sit.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
