Air Fryer Green Beans
Crispy, golden air fryer green beans are ready in just 12 minutes for a quick, budget-friendly side. High heat and a light coat of olive oil deliver a tender-crisp texture without blanching. Perfect for weeknights and easy to season different ways.
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs
- Cutting board
- Knife
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans, fresh trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- lemon wedges to serve
Instructions
- Trim the ends off green beans and pat them completely dry with paper towels.
- Toss beans in a bowl with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes.
- Spread green beans in a single layer in the air fryer basket; avoid overcrowding.
- Cook for 12 minutes total, shaking the basket at the 6-minute mark.
- Check for golden edges and a crispy-tender texture; if needed, air fry 2 more minutes.
- Remove with tongs and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- For best crispiness, keep beans very dry and cook at 400°F; lower temps lead to softer results.
- Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if needed for optimal airflow.
- Haricots verts or thin string beans cook a bit faster; thicker beans may need 1–2 extra minutes.
- Flavor ideas: add garlic powder or lemon pepper before cooking; sprinkle Parmesan right after cooking.
- Reheat in the air fryer at 380°F for 3–4 minutes to regain crispiness.