This super simple garlic oven-roasted green bean recipe is perfect for any time of year. Green beans make the perfect side dish that is versatile, healthy, and requires very little effort. In under 30 minutes, you have a savory, crispy, and fork-tender vegetable dish that everyone will love!

Green beans are such a wonderful veggie! We had so many growing in our garden this year and it occurred to me that I haven’t shared my favorite way to enjoy them as an simple oven-roasted side dish dressed up in a little garlic and seasoning so that is what we are diving into today.

They are also delicious enjoyed fresh with hummus dip or as a quick crunchy snack. I have also dehydrated these into a salty, crispy chip that I will eventually get around to sharing! All you need is a few basic spices, some green beans, and an oven to make these flavor and nutrient-packed roasted green beans!

Ingredients

1 lb fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp diced garlic
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425 ℉ or 218 ℃. Prepare a baking sheet with a silicone mat for easy cleanup.
Trim and wash your green beans. Pat them dry to prevent excess moisture from making them soggy.
Toss the green beans in olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder.
Spread in an even layer on your baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, depending on the thickness or size of your beans. Once they are crispy and browned on the outside but still fork-tender on the inside, they are done.
Serve warm, and store any leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to three days.

Variations

The best part about green beans is they can be adapted to suit just about any meal or palate. Here are some of my favorite adaptations to try next time you are looking for a simple, healthy vegetable side dish.

Spices: I used a simple garlic approach here, but the options are limitless. Try adding some chili flakes or red pepper for some heat, or switch it up with options like cumin, Chinese five spice, or simple salt and pepper.

Toppings: Green beans make a perfect foundation for building all kinds of flavors. Try switching it up and adding sauteed mushrooms, lemon zest, roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, or a drizzle of decadent butter.

Texture: Try adding in some toasted almonds or pine nuts on top for a nice crunch. I also love topping them with fried onions the last few minutes of roasting to give them a traditional Thanksgiving casserole flavor.

Sauces: Green beans hold flavors really well and a sauce is a great way to dress them up. A honey and lemon juice dressing before roasting is a lovely way to brighten them up. Alternatively, you can use a brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic marinade to give them an Asian twist.

What to Serve Them With?

This recipe is so simple and easy to customize, it goes well with a lot of traditional American meals or can be adapted for Italian, Chinese, or Middle-Eastern inspired dishes. I have served them for a Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner, Easter, and for a simple weeknight side dish when I don’t want to do a lot of prep or cleanup.

Try these roasted green beans with roasted potatoes, cauliflower steaks, sun-dried tomato tortellini, or Lion’s mane mushroom steaks. We hope you love them as much as we do, and we can’t wait to hear what you think!

Try these other recipes:

Grilled Cauliflower Steaks with Chimichurri

Roasted Butternut Squash

The Best Seasoned Potato Wedges

If you tried this recipe, leave us a comment below, and make sure to follow us for more recipes on Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook.