Parmesan & Herb Roasted Green Beans
Parmesan & Herb Roasted Green Beans are a simple yet stunning side dish that elevates any meal. Fresh green beans are tossed with olive oil, garlic powder, and dried oregano, then roasted until tender-crisp and topped with golden, melty Parmesan cheese. This flavorful dish is not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt (to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (to taste)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse and trim the green beans, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- In a large bowl, toss green beans with olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Spread green beans on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until tender-crisp and slightly golden.
- During the last few minutes of roasting, sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the green beans.
- Remove from the oven and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (75g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - Customize by adding crushed garlic or lemon zest for extra flavor. - Experiment with different vegetables like asparagus or broccoli for variation. - For added crunch, consider tossing in toasted nuts like almonds or pine nuts.