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Baked Green Beans

This baked green beans recipe is a simple yet delightful side dish that elevates any meal with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound fresh green beans trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper (optional)
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Oven mitts

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and trim the green beans, removing the stem ends.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the green beans, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss well to coat every bean.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Spread the seasoned green beans in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake the green beans in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  7. Stir the beans halfway through the baking time for even cooking.
  8. Once done, remove the beans from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the green beans just before serving.