• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to content

Cooking With Coit logo

  • Recipes
    • Appetizers
    • Main Dishes
    • Sides
    • Air Fryer
    • Salads
    • Instant Pot
    • Breakfast
    • Drinks
    • Desserts
    • Gluten Free
  • About Me
  • Contact
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • Recipes
    • Appetizers
    • Main Dishes
    • Sides
    • Air Fryer
    • Salads
    • Instant Pot
    • Breakfast
    • Drinks
    • Desserts
    • Gluten Free
  • About Me
  • Contact
ร—
Home ยป Air Fryer ยป Air Fryer Green Beans

Air Fryer Green Beans

Published: Jul 25, 2021 by Justin Coit

This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.

  • Facebook
  • Reddit

So simple but so delicious, this Air Fryer Green Beans recipe is the perfect side dish to go with any meal. You'll love this hands-free recipe, leaving you free to focus on your main dish. You will be making this easy side dish on repeat!

Overhead view of a plate of air fryer green beans with a lemon wedge surrounded by a blue striped linen napkin.
Jump to Recipe Jump to Video Print Recipe
Pinterest graphic of an overhead view of air fryer green beans with a lemon wedge on the side.
Pinterest graphic of a close up image of air fryer green beans.
Pinterest graphic of a shallow plate containing air fryer green beans.

Whenever we need a quick and easy side dish, I always turn to this recipe. The green beans always come out crisp but tender, and it's such a great way to add a serving of veggies without having to do a lot of work. All you have to do is toss the veggies in some oil, season it, and pop it in the air fryer. 

The air fryer is such a convenient appliance as this recipe only takes 8 minutes to cook up. If youโ€™re looking for more ways to use your air fryer, then try my Air Fryer Salmon and Air Fryer Bacon!

Key Ingredients You Need

Ingredients needed to make air fryer green beans.
  • Green beans โ€” I find fresh green beans ideal for this recipe. However, if youโ€™d like to use frozen ones, be sure to add a couple of extra minutes to the cooking time. When selecting the green beans at the store, choose bright green and unblemished ones.
  • Olive oil โ€” Youโ€™re welcome to swap the oil to whatever you have on hand. 

How to Make Air Fryer Green Beans

Set of two photos showing olive oil added to green beans in a bowl and then garlic powder added.

Step 1: Add the olive oil to the green beans.

Step 2: Add in the garlic powder.

Set of two photos showing salt and pepper added to the green beans and then tossed.

Step 3: Season with salt and pepper.

Step 4: Using tongs, toss everything together to combine. 

Set of two photos showing green beans added to an air fryer and then setting the air fryer to cook.

Step 5: Transfer to the air fryer basket.

Step 6: Cook at 370 degrees F for 8 minutes. Toss halfway through cooking time. 

Close up of air fryer green beans, with garlic powder, salt, and pepper on it.

Tips For This Recipe

  • Before air frying, you should prepare the green beans by washing them. After doing so, you need to pat them dry before adding the olive oil and seasoning. If they have water on them, the olive oil wonโ€™t coat the beans very well.
  • To trim the green beans, I like to line them up on a cutting board and slice off the tops and ends. This way, theyโ€™re all a similar length to help them cook evenly, and you save time from having to trim them individually.
  • Yellow beans are interchangeable for this recipe.
  • Squeeze a lemon wedge over the top to add some brightness to the flavor profile. 
  • Feel free to double or triple this recipe if you are feeding a crowd. Do so in batches to avoid overcrowding as it can lead to them being less crispy as less air can circulate around the beans. 
Air fryer green beans in a shallow plate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I change this up?

The possibilities are endless! There are so many seasoning combinations you can try to keep things interesting. I love tossing them in taco seasonings, Old Bay seasoning, Everything But the Bagel Seasoning, nutritional yeast, cayenne powder, or parmesan cheese to change things up. I also like adding in some breadcrumbs or adding sliced almonds to them to give the dish an extra crunch.ย 

How do I store this?

If you are making this ahead of time or have leftovers, it lasts four days, stored in an airtight container in the fridge. To reheat, add the green beans back to the air fryer for a couple of minutes until warmed through. While you could microwave them, they wonโ€™t be as crisp.

What should I serve with it?

This is quite a versatile side dish as it pretty much goes with everything. Some of my favorite mains to serve alongside this recipe are my Carne Asada, Sweet and Sour Shrimp, Air Fryer Chicken Tenders, and Hawaiian Chicken Skewers.ย 


IF YOU LOVE THIS RECIPE TRY THESE OUT!

  • Vegetable stir fry over a bed of rice beside a linen and a pair of chopsticks.

    Vegetable Stir Fry

  • A black bean burger on a wooden serving board with fries.

    Black Bean Burger

  • Broccoli tots in a plate with ketchup beside it.

    Broccoli Tots

  • A plate of chicken paillard over arugula and tomatoes.

    Chicken Paillard

  • A plate of air fryer coconut shrimp with a dip on the side.

    Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

If youโ€™ve tried this recipe, then donโ€™t forget to leave me a 5 star rating and let me know how it went in the comments below!

Overhead view of a plate of air fryer green beans with a lemon wedge.
Print Recipe
5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Green Beans

So simple but so delicious, this Air Fryer Green Beans recipe is the perfect side dish to go with any meal. You'll love this hands-free recipe, leaving you free to focus on your main dish. You will be making this easy side dish on repeat!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time8 minutes mins
Total Time13 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 69kcal
Author: Justin Coit

Ingredients

  • 1 lb green beans trimmed
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Toss greens greens with olive oil, garlic powder and salt and pepper in a medium mixing bowl. Make sure everything is coated evenly.
  • Place green beans in the air fryer basket and cook at 370 degrees F for 8 minutes. Toss the green beans half way through cooking time.

Video

Notes

  • Before air frying, you should prepare the green beans by washing them. After doing so, you need to pat them dry before adding the olive oil and seasoning. If they have water on them, the olive oil wonโ€™t coat the beans very well.
  • To trim the green beans, I like to line them up on a cutting board and slice off the tops and ends. This way, theyโ€™re all a similar length to help them cook evenly, and you save time from having to trim them individually.
  • Yellow beans are interchangeable for this recipe.
  • Squeeze a lemon wedge over the top to add some brightness to the flavor profile.ย 
  • Feel free to double or triple this recipe if you are feeding a crowd. Do so in batches to avoid overcrowding as it can lead to them being less crispy as less air can circulate around the beans.ย 

Nutrition

Calories: 69kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 782IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg
*Nutrition Disclaimer
Have you Tried this Recipe? Tag me Today!Mention @cookingwithcoit and tag #cookingwithcoit!
« Tabbouleh
Marinara Sauce »

Reader Interactions

5 from 2 votes (2 ratings without comment)

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Primary Sidebar

Hi, Iโ€™m Justin. By day I'm a commercial director and photographer but in my free time, I make deliciously clean comfort food for my family and friends.

Learn More About Me

Follow Us On

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube

Popular Recipes

  • A bowl of avocado Greek salad with crumbled feta on top.
    Avocado Greek Salad

  • A plate of apple cider chicken over cooked apples and shallots.
    Apple Cider Chicken

  • A plate with four air fryer twice baked potatoes topped with chives and bacon bits.
    Air Fryer Twice Baked Potato

  • A bowl of air fryer Greek lemon potatoes with chopped parsley on top.
    Air Fryer Greek Lemon Potatoes

  • Overhead view of a plate of red curry pasta with shrimp with fresh chopped herb garnish.
    Red Curry Pasta with Shrimp

  • Overhead view of a bowl of butternut squash chili with tortilla chips and sour cream on top.
    Butternut Squash Chili

  • A bowl of air fryer sausage and vegetables with a fork on the side.
    Air Fryer Sausage and Vegetables

  • A plate with air fryer steak bites along with rice, zucchini, and onions.
    Air Fryer Steak Bites

  • Overhead view of a plate of three sweet potato tacos with two wedges of lime on the side.
    Sweet Potato Tacos

  • A plate with air fryer cauliflower wings, celery, and dipping sauce with fresh herb on top.
    Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings

Cooking with Coit Newsletter

Sign up to receive recipes, recommendations and tips straight to your inbox!


    Footer

    back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer

    Recipes

    • Air Fryer
    • Appetizers
    • Breakfast
    • Desserts
    • Drinks
    • Gluten Free
    • Instant Pot
    • Main Dishes
    • Salads
    • Sides
    • Snacks
    • Soup
    • Uncategorized

    Contact

    • Contact

    COPYRIGHT ยฉ 2021 COOKING WITH COIT | PRIVACY POLICY

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required

    Recipe Ratings without Comment

    Something went wrong. Please try again.