Description
Savory Parmesan roasted green beans deliver a crispy, golden side dish that elevates simple vegetables into a gourmet experience. Cheese-coated green beans provide a delicious complement to main courses and leave you craving another bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Seasoning: In a large mixing bowl, coat green beans with olive oil, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Thoroughly toss to ensure even distribution of seasonings.
- Roasting: Spread beans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, avoiding overcrowding. Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, rotating midway to ensure uniform caramelization and crisp edges.
- Finishing: Remove from oven and transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese or freshly chopped parsley if desired, creating a vibrant and flavorful side dish that showcases the green beans’ natural richness.
Notes
- Prevent Soggy Beans: Space beans evenly on baking sheet without overcrowding to ensure crispy, caramelized edges and prevent steaming.
- Cheese Burning Prevention: Add Parmesan during the last 5 minutes of roasting to avoid burning and maintain a golden, crispy texture.
- Customize Heat Levels: Adjust red pepper flakes quantity based on personal spice tolerance, starting with a pinch and increasing gradually.
- Enhance Dietary Flexibility: Swap traditional Parmesan with nutritional yeast for a vegan-friendly version that maintains a rich, cheesy flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 23
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 116 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 2 mg