Blackened Green Beans

Elevate your side dishes with these irresistibly smoky and flavorful Blackened Green Beans—an easy, 20-minute recipe that’s sure to impress. Fresh green beans are lightly charred in a hot skillet with a bold spice blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of cayenne for subtle heat. A drizzle of bright lemon juice enhances their vibrant flavor, while optional toasted sesame seeds add irresistible crunch. Perfectly tender-crisp with charred edges, these green beans make a standout accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted proteins, or plant-based mains. Quick to prepare and packed with bold flavors, this skillet-cooked recipe is a delicious way to transform simple veggies into a show-stopping side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams fresh green beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the green beans by snipping off the ends.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until it is very hot but not smoking.

Step 4

Add olive oil to the skillet. Swirl it around to coat the bottom of the pan evenly.

Step 5

Add the green beans to the skillet in a single layer. Let them cook for 1-2 minutes without stirring to allow them to blister and char slightly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the green beans and toss to coat. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender-crisp and blackened in spots.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat. Drizzle the green beans with lemon juice and toss again to combine.

Step 8

Transfer the blackened green beans to a serving dish. Optionally, garnish with toasted sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish to complement your main meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	458.3 grams (458.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	426

Total Fat 30.80g	39%
Saturated Fat 5.00g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1211mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 36.50g	13%
Dietary Fiber 15.90g	57%
Total Sugars 14.00g
Protein 9.00g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204mg	16%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 999mg	21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.4%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 31.8%