Easy Oven Roasted Green Beans

Name: Oven Roasted Green Beans
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed; 1 Tablespoon olive oil; 2 cloves minced garlic; 1 teaspoon Kosher salt (Note 1); 1 teaspoon black pepper; non-stick baking spray

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Fresh oven roasted green beans are super crisp, tender, and crunchy. One of the most delicious green bean recipes.

Perfectly seasoned with simple seasoning and cooked to perfection for an easy side dish that's always a crowd-pleaser.

A white plate loaded with green beans that have been roasted in the oven with garlic.

Why you'll love this recipe

Roasted green beans are an easy side dish that can be paired with any Main Dish.
Only 4 ingredients are needed for this green bean recipe.
Truly, the easiest and best green bean recipe.
Even picky eaters rave about these sheet pan string beans.
This delicious vegetable side dish is sure to become a favorite recipe for family dinners.

Equipment

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Ingredients

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green beans: Fresh green beans are the best to use for this recipe. However, frozen green beans do work. I freeze fresh green beans throughout the summer, instructions are in the recipe card below.
olive oil: Use your favorite olive oil. You can use any of your favorite oils such as avocado oil, and coconut oil. A little olive oil goes a long way with flavor.
garlic: Fresh garlic is the best for bold flavor. Garlic powder can be used when fresh isn't available. You can also use jarred chopped garlic in oil.
Kosher salt
black pepper

Fresh green beans on a baking sheet ready to be oven roasted.

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F/218°C.

Step 2: Place the beans in a single layer on a large baking pan. Drizzle with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

Step 3: Place the baking tray into the preheated oven. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Halfway through cooking time, move the beans around to ensure they brown on all sides.

Step 4: Begin to check the beans at 12 minutes. The green beans will be fork-tender. If needed, roast a bit longer until the desired tenderness.

Oven roasted green beans on a baking sheet sprinkled with salt, pepper, and fresh garlic.

Storage Tips

Leftovers: Store leftovers in a covered, airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat in a preheated 350°F oven, wrapped in aluminum foil for about 5 minutes.
To reheat in the microwave, place the beans in a microwave-safe bowl and heat on high for about 6 to 10 seconds until the beans are warm.
Freezer, place beans on a large baking pan in the freezer for about an hour. Then place in freezer-safe bags or use a food saver to prevent freezer burn. They can be frozen for 3 to 4 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the best beans?

Pick bright green colored beans that are smooth. Don’t pick beans that are very soft or with brown spots. They should also be firm.

If picking beans from the garden, what time of day is best?

For any veggie that you are growing, the best time of day to pick them is the morning. This helps keep them crisp.

Do I snap the stem from the beans?

The stem end should be removed. They can be snapped off or cut.
Line them up on a cutting board and cut the ends.
The vegetable scraps can go into a scrap bag to be used for veggie stock.

Should green beans be blanched before roasting?

No need for blanching the green beans for this recipe. These easy oven roasted beans go right into a hot oven.
They get nice and crispy and crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside after roasting.

Eileen's Tips and Tricks

Wash and dry the beans before adding the oil and seasoning.
Preheat the oven for the best results. This ensures the beans will roast quickly and be crispy and crunchy.
Do not overcrowd the baking sheet with the beans to ensure the beans roast and do not steam.

Variations

Beans: Use this recipe for bush beans, snap beans, or pole beans with delicious results.
Additional flavor: Add crispy bacon, sauteed mushrooms, or sautéed onions for a delicious side dish.
Cheese: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on the green beans with 5 minutes of baking remaining.
Citrus: Drizzle the roasted green beans with lemon juice and lemon zest before serving.
Nutty flavors: Sesame oil and sesame seeds will add a nice nutty flavor.
Spice: Add red pepper flakes to the roasted green beans for a little spice.

Substitute seasonings:

For a nice change, season the beans with seasoning salt, Cajun seasoning, or Italian Seasoning.
Looking for Greek flavors, add ½ teaspoon of dried oregano and marjoram to the veggies.
Garlic powder can be used when fresh garlic is not available.

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Oven Roasted Green Beans

Fresh green beans, oven roasted till tender with a drizzle of olive oil, fresh garlic, salt, and pepper. The beans are garden fresh. A fantastic with any meal.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: easy bean recipe, roasted beans with garlic, roasted green beans

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 12

Total Time: 17

Servings: servings

Calories: 68kcal

Author: Eileen Kelly

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Equipment Needed:

Ingredients

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1 Tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves minced garlic
1 teaspoon Kosher salt Note 1
1 teaspoon black pepper
non-stick baking spray

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spray a sheet pan with non-stick baking spray and set aside.
Place 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed, on the sheet pan. Drizzle with 1 Tablespoon olive oil, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon Kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Be sure to move beans around so they are well-coated with the ingredients. (note 3)
Place the baking tray into the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Halfway through cooking time, move the green beans to ensure they are browning on all sides.
After 12 minutes, taste test for doneness. The beans should be crisp with a hint of golden brown. Roast a bit longer if needed. Taste for seasoning; if needed, adjust seasoning.
Serve beans with your favorite main dish.

NOTES

Note 1: I season the beans with ½ teaspoon each of salt and pepper. If needed, I adjust the seasoning once they are finished roasting.

Note 2: Frozen Beans: If you must use frozen beans, defrost them and be sure to wipe the beans dry before roasting. Otherwise, you will have mushy veggies.

Note 3: Be sure to move beans around so they are well coated with the ingredients. Also ensure the beans are in a single layer and spread out on the pan. They should have a bit of room between the beans so they roast properly.

Be sure to check Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe.

Variations:

Add some crispy bacon and sautéed onions. A perfect way to use leftovers too.
Sautéed mushrooms would be delicious.
For a nice change, season the beans with some seasoning salt or Cajun seasoning.
Looking for Greek flavors, add ½ teaspoon of dried oregano and marjoram to the veggies.
Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on the beans for the last 5 minutes of roasting.
Drizzle with some lemon juice at the end of roasting.

Storage Tips:

Store them in plastic storage bags in the fridge for about 5 days.
To freeze, place beans on a large baking tray in the freezer for about an hour. Then place in freezer-safe bags or use a food saver to prevent freezer burn. They can be frozen for 3 to 4 months.
Once cooked, keep well covered in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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Easy Oven Roasted Green Beans

Why you'll love this recipe

Equipment

Ingredients

Storage Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

Eileen's Tips and Tricks

Variations

Serving Suggestions

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