Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh green beans (washed and trimmed)
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Squeeze of lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F to ensure it is hot and ready for roasting the green beans.
- Prepare the green beans: Pat the green beans dry thoroughly to avoid steaming. Spread them out on a baking sheet, drizzle evenly with olive oil, then sprinkle with kosher salt and black pepper. Toss them all together so each bean is coated in the oil and seasoning.
- Roast the green beans: Arrange the green beans in an even layer on the baking sheet. Bake for about 15 minutes until tender. For firmer, more al dente beans, roast for around 10 minutes. For softer beans, extend roasting time to 20-25 minutes.
- Finish and serve: Once roasted, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the green beans to add brightness, then serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- You can adjust roasting time depending on your preferred green bean texture.
- Make sure to dry the green beans well before roasting to prevent sogginess.
- Optional lemon juice adds a nice tang but can be omitted if desired.
- Use fresh green beans for best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
