Roasted Garlic Green Beans (Printable Version)

Bright green beans with caramelized garlic and lemon zest deliver a savory, fresh side for every occasion.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed

→ Aromatics & Flavor

02 - 3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
06 - Zest of 1/2 lemon

→ Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds
08 - 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine green beans with olive oil, garlic, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
03 - Spread green beans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring halfway, until beans are tender and slightly blistered and garlic is golden brown.
05 - Transfer roasted green beans to a serving platter. Sprinkle with lemon zest, toasted almonds, and Parmesan cheese if desired before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The roasted garlic melts into the beans, giving every bite a mellow punch you’ll want to repeat.
  • It’s easy to prep, but always feels special when served—especially during family gatherings.
02 -
  • Overcrowding the pan leads to steamed, limp beans—roast in batches if needed.
  • Adding lemon zest while the beans are hot makes the fragrance truly noticeable and brings brightness to each bite.
03 -
  • The best beans come from letting them roast undisturbed—stir only once for the perfect blister.
  • A quick squeeze of lemon juice over the hot beans brings out the garlic flavor even more.
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