Description
This Cheesy Baked Green Beans recipe features fresh green beans tossed in a flavorful blend of olive oil, parmesan, garlic, and spices, then baked to tender-crisp perfection and topped with a melty mix of mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Easy to prepare and packed with savory goodness, it’s a delicious side dish perfect for weeknight dinners or festive occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 pound fresh green beans (ends trimmed)
Seasoning Mix
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cheeses
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
Garnish
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the green beans.
- Grease: Lightly grease a baking sheet with nonstick oil spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Trim and Prepare: Wash the green beans thoroughly, trim off the ends, and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture for better roasting.
- Arrange: Spread the green beans evenly in a single layer on the greased baking sheet, making sure they have room to roast properly.
- Mix Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, freshly grated parmesan, minced garlic, Kosher salt, cracked black pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, and Italian seasoning until well blended.
- Coat: Pour the seasoning mixture over the green beans and toss gently to ensure each bean is evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the green beans are tender-crisp and lightly roasted.
- Add Cheese: Remove the green beans from the oven and evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top.
- Broil: Return the baking sheet to the oven and broil for 4-5 minutes, watching closely, until the cheese melts, bubbles, and turns golden brown.
- Serve: Garnish the cheesy baked green beans with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately while hot and cheesy.
Notes
- For an extra kick, sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes in the seasoning mix before coating the green beans.
- Ensure green beans are completely dry before tossing with oil and seasonings to avoid sogginess.
- If you prefer a lower-fat version, reduce the amount of cheese or use part-skim varieties.
- Use fresh parmesan cheese for better flavor compared to pre-grated options.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats, roasted chicken, or as a vegetarian main course side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking, Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: cheesy green beans, baked green beans, cheesy vegetable side dish, easy green bean recipe, baked vegetable casserole
