Oven Roasted Garlic Butter Green Beans

I absolutely love easy side dish ideas, especially ones that don't require a long ingredient list or a lot of prep. And if you're anything like me, you can never have too many simple vegetable sides in your back pocket.

These oven roasted garlic butter green beans are one of those recipes. They're buttery, garlicky, and incredibly easy to make. Best of all, they go with just about everything-steak, chicken, seafood, or even a simple bowl of rice.

Why You'll Love These Garlic Butter Green Beans

• Simple ingredients you probably already have
• Ready in under 20 minutes
• Perfectly tender with lightly crisp edges
• Pairs well with almost any main dish

How to make Oven Roasted Garlic Butter Green Beans (Step by Step)

First gather your ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh green beans, ends trimmed
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 3 teaspoons)
• Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Start by preheating your oven to 450°F. The high heat helps the green beans roast quickly and develop a bit of color without getting mushy.

Place the trimmed green beans in a large bowl. Add the melted butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper, then toss well until the green beans are evenly coated.

Spread the green beans out on a baking sheet in a single layer. This is important so they roast instead of steaming.

Bake for 10 minutes, then remove the pan from the oven. At this point, you have two options: you can carefully remove the green beans and re-toss them, or do what I usually do-use tongs to flip sections of the green beans directly on the pan until they're mostly turned over.

Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 5-10 minutes, until the green beans are tender and lightly browned to your liking.

Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Storage & Reheat

To store:
Let the green beans cool completely, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

To reheat:
Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven at 375°F for 5-7 minutes. The microwave works, but the green beans will be softer.

FAQs

Can I use frozen green beans?
Fresh green beans work best for roasting. Frozen green beans tend to release more moisture and won't brown as well.

Can I add other seasonings?
Absolutely. Red pepper flakes, lemon zest, or a sprinkle of Parmesan are all great additions after roasting.

Why roast at such a high temperature?
The high heat helps the green beans cook quickly and develop flavor without becoming limp or soggy.

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Oven Roasted Garlic Butter Green Beans

Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

This oven roasted garlic butter green beans makes the perfect veggie side dish! Easy to make and delicious too!

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Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh green beans, ends trimmed
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 3 teaspoons)
• Sea salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. Place green beans in a large bowl. Add melted butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss well to evenly coat.
3. Spread green beans in a single layer on a baking sheet.
4. Roast for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven.
5. Flip the green beans using tongs or re-toss them to ensure even cooking.
6. Return to the oven and roast for another 5–10 minutes, until tender and lightly browned.
7. Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Notes

• Fresh green beans work best for roasting; frozen green beans tend to release moisture and won’t brown as well.
• For extra flavor, finish with lemon juice, grated Parmesan, or red pepper flakes after roasting.
• Make sure the green beans are spread in a single layer so they roast instead of steam.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 87Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 52mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 3gSugar: 4gProtein: 2g

The nutrition information for this recipe is an approximate total per serving. Please double check the nutrition information for your exact ingredients and brands for more precise nutrition information.

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• Add protein to your green beans and make it a meal! Try my Beef and Green Beans Stir Fry - marinated beef stir fried with green beans in a tasty sauce!
• Another great protein to add is Chicken! So if you prefer that, definitely check out my Chicken Stir Fry with Green Beans! I recommend serving with rice!
• Or if you're looking for veggie side dishes, try my Chinese Green Beans Stir Fry! Made soy, honey, garlicky sauce - so tasty!
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