Roasted Garlic Pepper Green Beans

Elevate your vegetable side dish game with Roasted Garlic Pepper Green Beans, a vibrant and flavorful recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Fresh green beans are tossed with olive oil, minced garlic, and a bold mix of kosher salt, ground black pepper, and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of heat. Roasted to tender perfection with a slight char, this quick and easy dish is topped with zesty lemon zest for a burst of freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this oven-roasted green bean recipe is a healthy, gluten-free, and crowd-pleasing side that pairs beautifully with any main course. Whether you're hosting a holiday meal or looking for a simple way to jazz up your veggies, these roasted garlic pepper green beans are guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green beans
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 3

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the green beans, olive oil, minced garlic, kosher salt, ground black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Toss until the green beans are evenly coated.

Step 5

Spread the green beans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they are not crowded to ensure even roasting.

Step 6

Roast the green beans in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are tender and have a slight char.

Step 7

Remove the green beans from the oven and transfer them to a serving dish. Sprinkle with lemon zest for a fresh, zesty finish.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your roasted garlic pepper green beans!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	504.4 grams (504.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	425

Total Fat 29.00g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.80g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 621mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 39.70g	14%
Dietary Fiber 16.70g	60%
Total Sugars 15.00g
Protein 9.50g	19%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 208mg	16%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 1053mg	22%

*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: 57.0%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 34.7%