Quick Garlic Parmesan Roasted Green Beans (Print Version)

Roasted Green Beans with Garlic & Parmesan are my secret for easy, flavorful sides. Crisp, garlicky, and cheesy you won't believe how simple this dish is!

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

# Ingredients:

→ Fresh Produce & Base

01 - 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
02 - 3-5 cloves garlic, minced

→ Flavor Boosters

03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1/2 tsp sea salt (or to taste)
05 - 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly cracked

→ Dairy & Finishing Touches

06 - 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

→ Optional Extras

07 - Pinch of red pepper flakes (for heat)
08 - Squeeze of fresh lemon juice (for brightness)

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, get those green beans ready. Give them a good rinse under cold water, then snap or trim off the tough ends. Honestly, I usually just snap them while chatting with whoever's in the kitchen; it's almost meditative. Don't worry about them being perfectly uniform; a little rustic charm is what we're going for. This is where I sometimes forget to preheat the oven, so learn from my oops moment and get that oven heating to 400°F (200°C) now!
02 - Grab a large bowl, big enough for all your beans to move around freely. Toss the trimmed green beans in there with a generous drizzle of olive oil. Now, sprinkle in your minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Use your hands! Seriously, get in there and toss them until every single bean is lightly coated. You want that garlic clinging to everything, promising deliciousness. I always smell the garlic on my hands for hours, and I don't mind one bit!
03 - Next, pour those beautifully coated green beans onto a large baking sheet. Make sure they're in a single layer. This is crucial for getting them crispy, not steamed. If they're crowded, they'll just steam, and nobody wants soggy green beans, right? If you're making a bigger batch of Roasted Green Beans with Garlic & Parmesan, use two baking sheets. Trust me, it’s worth the extra pan to wash!
04 - Slide that baking sheet into your preheated oven. Let them roast for about 10-12 minutes. This is where the magic happens! The kitchen starts to smell absolutely incredible—garlicky, a little earthy. After that initial roast, give the pan a good shake or use tongs to flip them around a bit. You're looking for some tender-crispness and a few beautifully browned, almost charred spots. Don't be afraid of a little color!
05 - Pull the green beans out of the oven after their first roast. Now for the best part: sprinkle that freshly grated Parmesan cheese all over them. Be generous! I usually do a slightly uneven sprinkle, because those bits that catch the most heat get extra crispy and wonderful. Pop them back into the oven for another 3-5 minutes, just until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and starting to get a little golden and crispy. My kitchen often has a little cheese mess at this point, and it's all part of the fun.
06 - Once the cheese is perfectly melted and golden, pull the Roasted Green Beans with Garlic & Parmesan out of the oven. Transfer them to a serving dish immediately. They’re at their absolute best hot, straight from the oven. The aroma, the slight char, the melted cheese—it’s just a dream. Sometimes I'll add an extra sprinkle of fresh Parmesan or a tiny pinch of red pepper flakes for a little extra zing. Enjoy your garlicky, cheesy, crispy triumph!

# Notes:

01 - Don't overcrowd the baking sheet; it's my golden rule for crispy green beans.
02 - Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer to bring back their crispness, microwaving makes them soft.
03 - If you're out of Parmesan, Pecorino Romano makes a surprisingly good, sharper swap.
04 - A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end makes these Roasted Green Beans with Garlic & Parmesan sing!

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Large mixing bowl
02 - baking sheet
03 - parchment paper (optional)
04 - tongs

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 120
Total Fat: 9g
Total Carbohydrate: 7g
Protein: 4g

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