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    Air Fryer Recipes » Air Fryer Green Beans

    Air Fryer Green Beans

    Posted On October 28, 2021 By Mirlene Last updated February 3, 2022 11 Comments

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    Once you know how to cook and steam these air fryer green beans, you’ll want to cook them this way every single time. With a garlicky flavor and a crisp exterior, this flavorful side dish is ready in minutes. 

    Air fryer roasted vegetables have a deeper taste than those that are steamed. When compared to traditional roasted string beans, air-fried string beans save time and oil while retaining all of the same flavor and texture.

    Air Fryer Eliminates The Need For The Oven

    My go-to side dish is Air Fryer Vegetables.The tastes of vegetables are enhanced, and the liquids are maintained when they are cooked in the air fryer. 

    The garlic flavor is infused in the green beans making them taste roasted and savory when prepared this way. 

    Pre-washed and pre-trimmed green beans are readily available at most supermarkets; just keep an eye out for them. This meal comes together swiftly owing to a new technique I created for preparing garlic quickly and easily.

    What To Look Out For When Buying Green Beans?

    Fresh and frozen green beans are also readily accessible. Frozen veggies are a popular choice as little to no prepping is required. However, we like to purchase the fresh ones from the supermarket or a farmers’ market instead. When shopping for green beans, look for two qualities: color and sturdiness.

    Green beans that are at their peak of freshness will be a vibrant shade of green. They should also be firm. Green beans may be banded to see whether they’re still fresh. When it snaps with a satisfying thunk, that signifies it’s just right! They’re going rotten if they’re stretchy or rubbery.

    How To Cook Green Beans In The Air Fryer?

    The full list of ingredients and exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below. 

    For now, here’s a quick step by step guide to make and steam these air fryer green beans perfectly each single time. 

    Place the green beans in a bowl. Season with salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Then drizzle with olive oil. Mix well with to combine. 

    Transfer the green beans to the air fryer basket. Air fryer at 370 degrees for about 10 minutes or until you’ve reached your desired texture. 

    Best Air Fryer Temperature

    Depending on the air fryer you have, the recommended time may vary. To cook these air fryer green beans, we recommend air frying them between 370 and 380; depending on the brand of air fryer you have. 

    How Long To Cook The Green Beans?

    It can take between 10-12 minutes to cook the green beans in the air fryer. If you’d like a “frying” texture, we recommend leaving them in the air fryer longer then the recommended time as well as checking them often. 

    How To Cook Frozen Green Beans In Air Fryer?

    If you are cooking frozen green beans, we recommend using the same temperature as suggested above and increase the cooking time. Be mindful that as the frozen green beans cook, it will release liquid. Therefore, this may also the texture of the green beans. 

    Health Benefits Of Green Beans

    Green beans are a wonderful veggie to have on hand. The calories in them are really minimal, and they contain no fat at all! As a result, if you’re trying to lose weight, they are ideal for you. Additionally, it helps to keep the heart healthy by lowering blood pressure. 

    This is due to the fact that it has no cholesterol. Green beans are also a fantastic source of protein. In this way, it aids the body’s immune system. Vitamins A, C, and K are all present in high concentrations in green beans. 

    Additionally, it has anti-inflammatory properties as well as antioxidants. Calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and zinc are among the minerals abundant in the soil.

    What Are Air Fyers?

    In the form of an egg or a square, air fryers are countertop appliances the size of a coffeemaker. 

    Using a slide-out basket, you can cook anything you want recipes like this these air fryer sweet potatoes, chicken nuggets, zucchini slices, air fryer butternut squash, or like this air fryer spaghetti squash boat. Toss it in a little layer of oil if you want and season to taste, you’ll meal is ready in no time.

    When preparing your meals in the air fryer, a blower blows hot air all around the meal, reaching temperatures of up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. In some ways, it’s similar to an electric convection oven.

    Since food is heated by circulating air, it cooks on the exterior first and stays soft on the inside, similar to deep-fried food. A container underneath the basket collects any dripping fat as it cooks.

    The bottom line is that air fryers cook food to a crispy-chewy perfection without using any or to as little oil as possible.

    Are Air-Fried Foods Better For You?

    Most studies show that air frying is superior to conventional frying in terms of health benefits. It’s lower in calories by 70-80% and contains much less fat than other options.

    In addition to reducing the amount of oil used, this cooking technique may also have additional advantages over traditional deep-frying.

    Useful Tips

    • When shopping for green beans, look for two qualities: color and sturdiness. Green beans that are at their peak of freshness will be a vibrant shade of green. They should also be firm.
    • It can take between 7-9 minutes to cook the green beans in the air fryer. If you’d like a “frying” texture, we recommend leaving them in the air fryer longer then the recommended time as well as checking them often. 
    • Frozen green beans will require longer time to cook and will release liquid. This may also alter the texture and flavor of your air fryer green beans. 

    More Green Beans Recipe To Try

    After trying this dish, try one of these green beans recipes next.

    Sausage Green Beans And Potatoes Casserole

    Tofu Stir Fry With Green Beans

    Sautéed Frozen Green Beans

    Serving Suggestions & More Air Fryer Recipes To Enjoy

    If you are wondering what goes well with these air fryer green beans, here are a few recipe options for you to enjoy with them.

    Salad Niçoise

    Air Fryer Whole Chicken

    Jalapeno cornbread

    HAITIAN RECIPES SERVING SUGGESTIONS

    If you are wondering what goes with these air fryer green beans, here are a few Haitian recipe options for you to enjoy with them.

    Haitian Black Rice

    Haitian Mac And Cheese

    Haitian Plantains 

    Haitian Akra

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    How To Cook Green Beans In Air Fryer

    Savory Thoughts
    Once you know how to cook green beans in an air fryer, you'll want to prepare them this way back to back. They are ready in minutes and leaving you with an outer crisp texture.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 8 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 18 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 People
    Calories 87 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients
      

    • 24 Oz. Fresh Trimmed Green Beans We used 2 – 12 ounce bag of already trimmed green beans
    • 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil
    • 1 Tsp. Kosher Salt Or To Taste
    • ½ Tsp. Ground Black Pepper Or To Taste
    • 1 ½ Tsp. Garlic Powder

    Instructions
     

    • Place the (washed) green beans in a bowl. Season with salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Then drizzle with olive oil. Mix well with to combine. 
      steps to make air fryer green beans
    • Transfer the green beans to the air fryer basket. Air fryer at 370° F for about 10 to 12 minutes or longer to reach your desired texture. 
      cooked green beans in a white bowl

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    Calories are estimated per serving. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 4PeopleCalories: 87kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 291mgPotassium: 377mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 60IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 54mgIron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Michelle

      October 30, 2021 at 2:37 pm

      5 stars
      Such a fantastic way to change up the way I cook green beans! A lovely texture!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        November 02, 2021 at 12:03 am

        Thank you, Michelle

        Reply
    2. Elizabeth

      October 30, 2021 at 1:35 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve never thought about roasting green beans before, but this makes perfect sense! The air fryer sure makes short work of it too! Yum!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        November 02, 2021 at 12:03 am

        Thank you, Elizabeth

        Reply
    3. Claudia Lamascolo

      October 30, 2021 at 10:42 am

      5 stars
      This was such a time saver for dinner I had never thought to do them in the air fryer great recipe!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        November 02, 2021 at 12:04 am

        Thank you, Claudia.

        Reply
    4. Kate

      October 30, 2021 at 7:54 am

      5 stars
      Now I never would have thought of cooking green beans in an air fryer, what a brilliant idea – gorgeous texture. Thanks so much!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        November 02, 2021 at 12:04 am

        Thank you, Kate!

        Reply
    5. Adrianne

      October 30, 2021 at 2:59 am

      5 stars
      What a great idea! These beans look so healthy and could work well with just about anything. I love how simple you have made this recipe. Well done!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        November 02, 2021 at 12:04 am

        Thank you, Adrianne!

        Reply
    6. Adrianne

      October 30, 2021 at 2:59 am

      5 stars
      What a great idea! These beans look so healthy and could work well with just about anything. I love how simple you have made this recipe.

      Reply

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