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Golden-green air-fried beans served in a bowl with a side of lemon wedges, showing a tender yet crisp texture

Air Fryer Green Beans

These Air Fryer Green Beans are a quick and healthy side dish, perfect for any meal. Crisp-tender with a light seasoning of olive oil, salt, and pepper, they’re finished with a zesty splash of fresh lemon juice for vibrant flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 66 kcal

Equipment

  • Grilling Tongs and Turner Set
  • Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer with ClearCook

Ingredients
  

  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • 1 lb fresh green beans
  • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 380ºF (193ºC).
  • Trim the stems of the green beans, and halve any larger ones to ensure even cooking.
    Fresh green beans on a cutting board, with their stems being trimmed using a small kitchen knife. Larger beans are halved for even cooking.
  • In a mixing bowl, toss the green beans with olive oil, salt, and pepper until well coated.
    melted butter and seasoning in a glass bowl
  • Place the beans in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • If necessary, cook in batches for best results.
  • Air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the beans are tender yet crisp.
    Golden-green air-fried beans served in a bowl with a side of lemon wedges, showing a tender yet crisp texture

Notes

  • Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and serve immediately.
  • For even cooking, keep the green beans in a single layer. Overcrowding leads to steaming rather than crisping.