These easy Air Fryer Green Beans are the perfect tasty side dish. Toss the fresh green beans with oil, lemon juice, and seasoning, and pop them in your air fryer. The beans are cooked perfectly in less than 10 minutes. They are incredibly juicy, with a lightly charred outside. They are easy, delicious, and perfect any day of the week.
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This easy green beans recipe is one of my new favorite air frying recipes. These juicy beans have tons of flavor. And they always disappear fast.
The cooking time on these beans is less than 10 minutes, which is perfect for busy days when I need a quick and easy side dish.
This is a delicious way to serve a healthy side dish that my whole family will love.
While I love making air fryer vegetables like air fryer broccoli and cauliflower and air fry carrots, these seasoned green beans are a nice treat when I have fresh green beans in the fridge.
I love how these crispy green beans are so deliciously juicy and full of amazing flavor.
They are the perfect side for a main dish of air fryer pork chops or air fryer chicken thighs or chicken legs.
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Why you will love this recipe
- This simple recipe comes together in just a few minutes of prep time.
- The cook time of these green beans in the air fryer is only 8-10 minutes.
- The air fryer green beans are the perfect addition to any weeknight dinner, or you can eat them as a snack all on their own.
- The green beans are seasoned with a simple blend of salt and pepper with olive oil and lemon juice, so they're flavorful but not overly seasoned.
- These tender green beans are a healthy recipe that is low carb but high in flavor.
- The air fryer gives the green beans a perfectly crispy exterior while keeping them nice and tender inside.
- This easy recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, so it's perfect for everyone to enjoy. It really is the perfect side dish!
- Finally, these air fryer green beans are just so dang delicious and addicting! I can eat almost the entire batch myself, so make extra!
Ingredients
The ingredients to make this tasty side dish are simple and can be found at your local grocery store.
- Fresh green beans. I used organic french green beans that are commonly found in any grocery store. They are thin and cook quickly. Make sure to snap off the end that connects to the plant. You can snap both ends off if you like.
- Avocado oil. I used avocado oil as it has a smoking point of 570 degrees F.
- Kosher salt and black pepper are used to season the beans.
- Lemon juice. I used fresh lemon juice, which really brightened the flavor of the beans.
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Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 385 degrees F.
Place the beans in a colander and rinse well with cool water. Pat the beans dry with a paper towel.
Next, place the green beans in a large bowl. Drizzle oil over the beans.
Next, add lemon juice to the beans.
Finally, add kosher salt and pepper.
Toss gently to cover the beans in the oil and seasonings.
Place the green beans in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Cook for 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway.
When fully cooked, the beans will have a slight char on the outside but will be tender and juicy on the inside.
Serve with an extra sprinkle of salt (to taste), lemon zest, or lemon wedges.
Enjoy!
Substitutions
- Green beans - use fresh yellow beans or regular fresh green beans instead. Keep in mind, though, that regular beans may take longer to cook as they are a bit thicker. You can also use frozen green beans; just increase the cooking time by a few minutes.
- Avocado oil - use Ghee, coconut oil, soybean oil, extra light olive oil, or vegetable oil instead, as these all have a smoke point over 385 degrees F. I do not recommend using cooking spray like PAM, as it can ruin the finish of your non-stick air fryer basket.
- Lemon juice - I don't recommend skipping this ingredient as it really elevates the flavor. You can also use bottled lemon juice.
- Seasoning - use your favorite seasoning blend for these beans. Onion powder and garlic powder would be great spices to add.
Variations
There are many different ways you can make this easy green bean recipe. Some fun ones to try are:
- Spicy - add red pepper flakes, chili powder, cayenne pepper, or Sriracha to spice things up.
- Garlicky: Make garlicky green beans by adding chopped fresh garlic or garlic powder.
- Cheesy: Add parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- Bacon: Add some great flavor at the end of the cooking time with cooked, diced bacon.
- Sweet + Savory: Toss the cooked beans with a mixture of honey and soy sauce for a sweet and savory dish.
- Asian: Add some soy sauce and sesame seeds for Asian flavor.
- Crispy: Make crispy air fryer green bean fries by adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
How to serve air fryer green beans
- Serve alongside smoked whole chicken, air fryer filet mignon with bacon, or air fryer chicken thighs and smoked corn on the cob for a complete meal.
- Add them to a salad.
- Use them in slow cooker chicken and pasta soup or Instant Pot venison stew for extra veggie power.
- Make a frittata, quiche, or baked omelet with them for a hearty breakfast or brunch.
- Serve as a side with meatloaf and rice.
Equipment
I used a 6 qt Instant Pot Vortex Air Fryer, which I love. It has a large basket so I can easily make enough food for my family.
I also have a dual-drawer Ninja Foodi Air Fryer. I like to use it when cooking for fewer people or when I want to cook different foods simultaneously.
Remember that there are many different models of air fryers, and they all cook differently. For example, some are hotter and cook faster than others.
The cooking time may need to be adjusted depending on your air fryer model.
Storage
Allow the leftover green beans to cool completely before storing them. Then, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To reheat, pop them back in the air fryer for a few minutes.
You can also freeze cooked beans. Simply place them in a freezer-safe container or Ziploc bag, and store them in the freezer for up to two months.
Top tips
- Remove any stems or tough ends from the beans before cooking.
- For best results, make sure to preheat your air fryer. This will help the green beans cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the basket of the air fryer or the beans will not cook evenly.
- The cook time will depend on how thick your green beans are, so keep a close eye on them. The thinner the beans are, the faster they will cook.
- Depending on your air fryer basket size, you may need to cook the beans in batches.
- Make more than you think you will need; they are addicting! 🙂
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Easy Air Fryer Green Beans Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans about 5 cups
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 385 degrees F.
- Place the beans in a colander and rinse well with cool water. Pat the beans dry with a paper towel.
- Place the green beans in a large bowl. Drizzle with avocado oil. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to cover the beans in the oil and seasonings.
- Place the green beans in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway.
- When fully cooked, the beans will have a slight char on the outside but will be tender and juicy on the inside.
- Serve with an extra sprinkle of salt and pepper (to taste), lemon zest, or lemon wedges.
- Enjoy!
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Notes
- Remove any stems or tough ends from the beans before cooking.
- For best results, make sure to preheat your air fryer. This will help the green beans cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the basket of the air fryer or the beans will not cook evenly.
- The cook time will depend on how thick your green beans are, so keep a close eye on them. The thinner the beans are, the faster they will cook.
- Depending on the size of your air fryer basket, you may need to cook the beans in batches.
- Make more than you think you will need, they are addicting! 🙂
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FAQ
Many seasonings go well with green beans, depending on your tastes. Some tasty options include salt, pepper, garlic, lemon, and herbs such as thyme or rosemary.
You can cook green beans in the air fryer in about 8-10 minutes at 385 degrees F.
Yes, you can cook frozen green beans in the air fryer. Mix the frozen beans with oil and seasoning (no need to defrost them first), and air fry them for about 10-12 minutes. Make sure to shake the basket often to ensure even cooking. If after 10 minutes they are not entirely done, put them back in for another 2-3 minutes.
Food safety
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking points to avoid harmful compounds.
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