Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 large cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Toppings and Garnish
- 1/2 cup parmesan, freshly grated (preferably parmigiano-reggiano)
- 1/2 lemon, juice only
- 1–2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (to garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven & Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Season and Arrange the Green Beans: Place the trimmed green beans on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle the minced garlic over, and season generously with salt and pepper. Toss everything together directly on the pan to evenly coat the beans, then spread them in a single, even layer.
- Add Cheese: Evenly sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the top of the green beans, making sure each bean gets a bit of cheesy coverage.
- Roast: Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and roast for about 20 minutes. The beans should be fork-tender but still a bit crunchy, and the cheese melted and lightly crispy to golden brown.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Immediately squeeze half a lemon over the green beans and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Taste and season with more salt and pepper, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Leftovers: Store any leftover roasted green beans in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave (about 40 seconds) or briefly in the oven until warmed through.
- Vegan Option: For a vegan version, simply omit the parmesan cheese. After roasting, toss the green beans with nutritional yeast, your favorite dairy-free parmesan, or enjoy as is.
- Serving Suggestion: These make a perfect side for roasted meats, grain bowls, or can even be enjoyed as a snack!
- Try More Flavors: Add a pinch of chili flakes for heat, or swap in different fresh herbs for the parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side-dishes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
