Crispy Parmesan Roasted Green Beans: A Simple Side (Print Version)

Learn to make crispy Parmesan Roasted Green Beans! This easy side dish is packed with flavor and comes with personal tips from my own kitchen adventures.

# 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

# Ingredients:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed

→ Seasonings & Oil

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp garlic powder
04 - ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
05 - ¼ tsp black pepper (freshly cracked is best)
06 - ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Finishing Touch

07 - ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, get those green beans ready! I always start by washing them thoroughly under cold water. Then, it's trim time. Snip off those tough, woody ends – you know, the stem side. I usually just line them up and snip a bunch at once to save time. This is where I sometimes get a little messy, with stray bean bits flying, but it’s all part of the fun, right?
02 - Grab a big mixing bowl – not too small, you want room to toss! Drizzle your trimmed green beans with olive oil. Then, sprinkle generously with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. I really get in there with my hands and toss everything until each bean is beautifully coated. This step is crucial for that even flavor. Honestly, I once tried to do this with a spoon, and it was a disaster; my hands are just better for the job!
03 - Now for the star of the show! Sprinkle about half of your freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the seasoned green beans. Give it another good toss. You want that Parmesan to stick to the olive oil. I love how it starts to smell savory even before it hits the oven. Sometimes I add a tiny bit more at this stage if I'm feeling extra cheesy.
04 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper – trust me, cleanup is a breeze this way! Spread your Parmesan Roasted Green Beans in a single layer. This is super important! If they're piled up, they'll steam instead of roast and won’t get those lovely crispy edges we're aiming for. I learned this the hard way with a soggy batch once, so don't be like me!
05 - Pop that baking sheet into your preheated oven at 400°F (200°C). Let them roast for about 10-12 minutes. You're looking for them to start getting tender-crisp and slightly browned. Keep an eye on them, because ovens can be quirky. I usually give the pan a little shake halfway through to ensure even roasting. The kitchen starts smelling incredible around now, too!
06 - Once they’re out of the oven, immediately sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the hot green beans. The residual heat will melt it just enough to cling on, creating those irresistible little cheesy bits. If you're using red pepper flakes, now's the time to scatter them too. Serve these beauties hot, right off the pan! They just look so vibrant and inviting, don't they?

# Notes:

01 - Don't overcrowd the pan – learned that the hard way, they'll steam instead of roast!
02 - These are best fresh, but leftovers keep for a few days in an airtight container.
03 - Tried nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan once, it was... different. Still tasty, just not quite the same.
04 - A squeeze of lemon at the end brightens everything up so much, don't skip it!

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Baking sheet
02 - mixing bowl

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 175 Calories
Total Fat: 12g
Total Carbohydrate: 9g
Protein: 7g

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