Description
These Roasted Parmesan Green Beans are a deliciously crispy and flavorful side dish, combining fresh green beans with a crunchy Parmesan and panko breadcrumb topping. Perfect for a quick and easy addition to any meal, they roast to golden perfection with a hint of garlic and a savory cheese crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Green Beans
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
Seasoning and Topping
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons grated or shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (or substitute with fresh roasted garlic if desired)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it is hot enough to roast the green beans evenly and develop a crispy topping.
- Prepare Green Beans: Wash and trim the ends of the fresh green beans. Pat them dry to help the olive oil and seasonings stick better.
- Toss with Olive Oil and Seasoning: In a large mixing bowl, toss the green beans with the olive oil, salt, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
- Add Parmesan and Panko: Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese and panko bread crumbs over the green beans and toss gently to combine everything evenly, allowing the cheese and crumbs to lightly adhere to the beans.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated green beans in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and facilitate even roasting.
- Roast: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the green beans for approximately 12-15 minutes, or until the green beans are tender-crisp and the topping is golden brown and crispy. Stir halfway through cooking for even crispness.
- Serve: Remove from oven and transfer the roasted Parmesan green beans to a serving dish. Serve warm as a tasty and healthy side dish.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh roasted garlic for garlic powder for a more intense flavor.
- Using panko breadcrumbs gives a lighter crunch compared to regular breadcrumbs.
- Make sure green beans are evenly coated to ensure uniform roasting and browning.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of cooking but watch closely to prevent burning.
- This dish can be prepared ahead and reheated in the oven to restore crispiness.
