Ninja Air Fryer Green Beans
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Ninja Air Fryer Green Beans
Description
This recipe uses fresh green beans trimmed and combined with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to add brightness. When cooked in a preheated air fryer basket at 375°F, the beans become tender yet maintain some crispness on the outside. Shaking or flipping the beans midway ensures even cooking.
The addition of freshly grated Parmesan cheese after cooking lends a sharp, savory note that complements the garlic and lemon zest. Total cooking time is typically 8-10 minutes, but can be adjusted in 2-minute increments for preferred tenderness or crispiness, depending on the air fryer model.
These air fryer green beans are a convenient and flavorful side dish that can accompany a wide range of main courses. The preparation preserves the beans' natural color and texture while enhancing them with subtle garlic and lemon aromas.
If the beans are not tender enough after the initial cooking time, incrementally increase air frying by 2 minutes until the desired texture is reached. This approach helps avoid overcooking.
Ingredients
- 500 g green beans approximately 1 lb, fresh, stems removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1-3 cloves garlic use more or less, depending on taste, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper (or more to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese grated
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F (or 190 degrees C). In a medium-sized bowl, combine the green beans, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the lemon juice, then combine.
- Arrange the green beans in a single layer, inside your air fryer basket, and air fry for 8-10 minutes until tender and cooked through. Increase the time if you prefer your green beans more crispy (see notes). Depending on the air fryer model you are using, shake the basket or flip the green beans halfway through cooking.
- Transfer to a plate, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top, then serve.
Notes
- Increase cooking time by 2-minute increments if the green beans are not yet tender or crispy enough for your preference.
- Shaking or flipping the beans halfway helps ensure even cooking and browning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 82 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 82kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 342mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 276mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 885IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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