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These air fryer green beans are what I make when I want something healthy but still full of flavor. They come out tender with a little snap, coated in garlic, ginger, and just enough heat. Seven minutes in the air fryer and you’ve got a vegetable side that’s quick, easy and delicious.
Ingredient Breakdown
- Green Beans – Fresh and crisp, they hold their bite while blistering in the air fryer.
- Olive Oil – Helps the seasoning stick, makes the green beans tender and promotes that light char.
- Red Pepper Flakes – Add a subtle kick without overpowering.
- Garlic Powder – Brings savory depth to every bite.
- Fresh Minced Garlic – Adds bold, aromatic flavor.
- Salt & Pepper – Balance and enhance the natural flavor of the beans.
- Ginger Paste – Adds warmth and a slight zing that brightens everything up.
What should I serve air fryer green beans with?
These green beans go great with so many dishes. They pair perfectly with honey garlic chicken, bang bang salmon, garlic butter steak bites, or even alongside rice bowls.
Commonly Asked Questions
Absolutely. The ginger adds warmth, but the garlic and pepper flakes carry the flavor just fine on their own. Add some lemon at the end for an extra zing.
Pop them back in the air fryer at 375°F for 2–3 minutes to revive the texture.
Try not to overcrowd the basket too much. If you shake halfway through, the green beans will bee cooked evenly.
Air Fryer Green Beans
Ingredients
- 12 oz Green beans
- ½ tablespoon Olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- Pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon Ginger paste
Instructions
- Wash the green beans and trim off ends if needed. I like to buy them in a bag pre-trimmed to avoid this haha.
- Preheat the airfryer to 400 degrees.
- Place the green beans in a bowl and add all of the ingredients. Toss to combine to really coat each green bean. Sometimes I’ll massage the ingredients in as well.
- Add the green beans to the air fryer and cook at 400 for 7 minutes. Shake halfway through. The green beans should be tender but still have some crunchiness to them.
- Serve, eat and enjoy!
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to cook green beans in the air fryer
Prep the beans: Wash green beans and trim the ends if needed. Pat dry.
Preheat: Set the air fryer to 400°F.
Season: Place green beans in a bowl. Add olive oil, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and ginger paste. Toss well, massaging the seasoning in so each bean is coated.
Air fry: Spread the green beans in the air fryer basket in an even layer. Cook at 400°F for 7 minutes, shaking halfway through if needed.
Serve: Remove when tender with a slight crunch and lightly blistered edges. Serve immediately.
