Description
Crisp green beans meet luxurious parmesan in this irresistible Parmesan Roasted Green Beans dish that elevates simple vegetables into a gourmet side. Parmesan’s salty crunch and herb-infused roasting create a delightful companion perfect for complementing main courses and delighting dinner guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 g) fresh green beans, trimmed
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasoning Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
Preparation Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Craft a culinary workspace by heating the oven to a sizzling 425°F (220°C), then strategically line a baking sheet with parchment paper for effortless cleaning.
- Gather trimmed green beans and tumble them into a spacious mixing vessel. Cascade olive oil across the beans, ensuring each pod glistens with a uniform coating.
- Introduce minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, seasoning elements, and optional red pepper flakes into the bowl. Massage these ingredients thoroughly, guaranteeing every green bean becomes lavishly dressed.
- Choreograph the beans onto the prepared baking sheet, arranging them in a graceful, non-overlapping landscape to promote optimal roasting performance.
- Slide the sheet into the heated oven, allowing the beans to transform for 15-20 minutes. Midway through the roasting cycle, gently rotate the beans to encourage consistent caramelization and tender development.
- Extract the magnificently roasted green beans, transferring them to a serving platter with an artistic flourish. Optional: Dust with additional Parmesan or sprinkle fresh parsley for heightened visual and flavor complexity.
Notes
- Ensure green beans are thoroughly dried after washing to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent steaming instead of roasting.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for better melting and more intense flavor compared to pre-packaged grated varieties.
- Adjust cooking time based on green bean thickness and desired level of caramelization, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Customize the recipe by adding alternative seasonings like smoked paprika, nutritional yeast for a vegan option, or toasted nuts for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 88
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 2 mg