Ingredients
Green Beans
- 1 pound Green Beans (French, wax, purple all work)
Seasonings
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp coarse Kosher salt (adjust if using fine salt)
- Fresh cracked pepper to taste
Other
- Avocado or olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit for about 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare Green Beans: Trim the ends of the green beans if needed, then wash and dry them thoroughly. Ensuring they are dry helps them crisp in the air fryer.
- Season Green Beans: Toss the green beans with olive oil and all the seasonings—garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and fresh cracked pepper. Rub the seasoning in with your hands to coat them evenly.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with avocado or olive oil cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Green Beans: Place the seasoned green beans in the air fryer basket in a single layer if possible. Cook for 8 to 9 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking and crispness.
- Serve: Serve the green beans hot as a side dish to your meal. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
Notes
- This recipe yields 4 servings, though appetites vary and some may enjoy multiple servings.
- For best texture, ensure the green beans are dry before seasoning and cooking.
- Use coarse Kosher salt for better flavor and texture, but reduce quantity if using fine salt.
- The air fryer method cooks green beans quickly while keeping them crisp without extra oil.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
