Description
Parmesan Roasted Green Beans are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish featuring tender green beans tossed with garlic, Italian seasoning, and olive oil, then roasted to perfection and topped with melted Parmesan cheese and a touch of fresh lemon juice. This recipe delivers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a healthy and flavorful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Green Beans
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
Seasonings and Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cheese and Garnish
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Coat green beans: Spread the trimmed green beans in a single layer on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then toss with minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning until the beans are evenly coated with the seasonings and oil.
- Roast green beans: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the green beans for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time to ensure even roasting. The beans should become tender and develop slightly browned edges.
- Add Parmesan cheese: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately sprinkle the green beans evenly with the freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Finish roasting: Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the Parmesan cheese to melt and turn lightly golden.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, drizzle the roasted green beans with fresh lemon juice, and optionally garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm as a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure the green beans roast evenly and develop a nice texture.
- You can substitute grated Pecorino Romano cheese for a sharper and saltier flavor alternative to Parmesan.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within three days for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
