Roasted Lemon Garlic Green Beans

A delicious and healthy side dish featuring fresh green beans roasted with lemon and garlic, perfect for any meal.

NewPublished Apr 8, 2026
Prep Time15 min
Cook Time25 min
Total40 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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Roasted Lemon Garlic Green Beans on a serving plate.

Ingredients

Servings4

Yields 4 servings

  • (1 lb) green beans, trimmed
  • (3 tbsp) olive oil
  • (4 cloves) garlic, minced
  • (1) lemon, zested and juiced
  • (1 tsp) salt
  • (1/2 tsp) black pepper
  • (1/4 tsp) red pepper flakes (optional)
  • (2 tbsp) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220 °C).

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine 1 lb green beans, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using). Add 2/4 tsp black pepper and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional).

  3. 3

    Add the zest and juice of 1 lemon to the bowl and toss everything together until the green beans are well coated.

  4. 4

    Spread the green beans in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  5. 5

    Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the beans are tender and slightly crispy.

  6. 6

    Remove from the oven and, if desired, sprinkle with 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

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