Roasted Green Beans

Roasted Green Beans

This roasted green bean recipe is quick, simple, and so delicious. While you might not think to roast green beans, you should!

They kind of blister and the ends get crispy as they roast. Top them with a little flaky sea salt and a squeeze of lemon and you’ll be glad you tried them!

Green beans are so good for you! They are rich in nutrients, antioxidants, and fiber. And while I love the classic less-than-healthy green bean casserole, this roasted green bean recipe keeps them simple and delicious.

Related: Looking for more? Try Thai Style Green Beans or Garlic and Miso Green Beans.

Ingredients:

  • Green beans
  • Olive oil
  • Sea salt
  • Lemon

How to Roast Green Beans:

Prepare the green beans by trimming off the ends and any stems that may still be attached.

Place on a baking sheet in one layer. Drizzle in the olive oil and toss so all pieces get coated. Sprinkle the sea salt over the top.

Roast at 425°F for 15-18 minutes. Then, squeeze lemon juice over the roasted green beans just before serving.

Tips & Additions:

  • When trimming off the ends, you can snap them off by hand, but to make this work faster I will line up a bunch at once and simply cut off the ends with a sharp knife.
  • If you want add a little more flavor, you can add a tablespoon of melted butter to the oil and coat the green beans in it before roasting.
  • Sometimes I will add a couple tablespoons of finely grated parmesan just after roasting so it melts around the green beans before serving. When I do this, I usually sprinkle on a little pepper as well.

More Roasted Vegetables:

  • Roasted Carrots
  • Roasted Brussels sprouts
  • Roasted Asparagus
  • Roasted Cauliflower

Frequently Asked Questions

Do green beans need to be blanched before roasting?

No, it’s not necessary to blanch or soak green beans before roasting.

What can I add to green beans for flavor?

Lemon, garlic, or parmesan are both great ingredients to add flavor to green beans.

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Roasted Green Beans

How to make the best oven roasted green beans, a delicious and healthy side dish.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword green bean
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 74kcal
Author Emma Chapman

Ingredients

  • 1 pound green beans
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt
  • 1 lemon
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Prepare the green beans by trimming off the ends and any stems that may still be attached.
  • Place on a baking sheet in one layer. 
  • Drizzle in the olive oil and toss so all pieces get coated. 
  • Sprinkle the sea salt over the top.
  • Roast at 425°F for 15-18 minutes. 
  • Squeeze lemon juice over the roasted green beans just before serving.

Notes

  • When trimming off the ends, you can snap them off by hand, but to make this work faster I will line up a bunch at once and simply cut off the ends with a sharp knife.

Nutrition

Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 298mg | Potassium: 277mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 788IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1mg

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