Roasted Garlic Butter Green Beans Recipe
Delicious roasted garlic butter green beans, perfectly tender with crispy edges and infused with aromatic garlic, lemon zest, and fresh parsley. A flavorful and easy side dish to complement any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for roasting the green beans evenly.
- Prepare the Green Beans: Rinse the green beans under cold water, trim the ends, and pat them dry thoroughly with a kitchen towel to prevent steaming during roasting.
- Make the Garlic Butter: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and olive oil together. Add the minced garlic and cook gently for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Season the Beans: In a large mixing bowl, combine the green beans with the melted garlic butter mixture, sea salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss well to coat all beans evenly with the flavorful mixture.
- Roast the Beans: Spread the seasoned green beans in a single layer on a large baking sheet, ensuring they have space to roast properly and crisp up nicely.
- Bake in the Oven: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the green beans for 20 minutes, turning them halfway through to promote even cooking and crisp edges.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the beans from the oven, transfer them to a serving dish, and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for color and a fresh burst of flavor.
- Enjoy: Serve your roasted garlic butter green beans hot as a delightful side dish alongside your favorite main courses.
Notes
- You can substitute unsalted butter with a vegan butter alternative to make the dish vegan, but the diet field would then change accordingly.
- If fresh green beans are unavailable, frozen green beans can be used, but reduce roasting time slightly to avoid overcooking.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level or omit for a mild flavor.
- For an extra citrusy flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving.
- Use parchment paper on the baking sheet for easier cleanup.
- Make sure to dry the green beans completely after washing to get the best roasted texture.
