Crisp Air Fryer Green Beans are perfectly crunchy and delicious with bacon and garlic seasonings. This easy vegetable side is made in less 20 minutes.
![platter with green beans with bacon bits, potatoes, and lemon wedges](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/air-fryer-green-beans-with-potatoes-and-bacon.jpg)
I often struggle to find easy-to-make vegetable sides for dinner. Growing up, I absolutely loved green beans cooked with bacon, a bit of oil and spices and served with a good ol’ country dinner. If I’m in a rush, however, these quick air fryer green beans are way faster and much more convenient to prepare.
Contents
ingredients
A few simple instructions for perfect air fryer green beans. You’ll need fresh, washed green beans (with ends removed), seasonings, pre-cooked bacon (or leftover bacon).
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instructions
Follow these quick instructions for the perfect air fryer green beans in no time!
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For the last 2-3 minutes of air frying, you may add pre-cooked bacon to your air fryer for the finishing touch.
![green beans with seasonings and bacon pieces](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/air-fryer-green-beans-49.jpg)
tips
- substitutions
- swap green beans for asparagus and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes
- switch olive oil for vegetable oil
- fresh garlic in place of garlic powder
- lemon pepper or cajun seasoning are great seasonings for green beans
![green beans with bacon bits and lemon wedges](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/air-fryer-green-beans-18.jpg)
FAQs
are air fryer green beans healthy?
Green beans are naturally healthy and pack loads of vitamins. Air frying fresh green beans, is a healthy way to get your daily intake of veggies. Leave out the bacon if you’re looking to reduce sodium, however.
can I air fry green beans from frozen?
For this recipe, I recommend using fresh green beans. Once green beans are frozen, they can become rubbery when thawed and cooked.
![platter of green beans with bacon next to a plate of potatoes](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/air-fryer-green-beans-48.jpg)
leftovers
Store leftover green beans in sealed container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. If green beans lose their crisp, you can re-heat in the air fryer for about 5 minutes at 375 F.
what to eat with green beans
Eat green beans with
![air fryer green beans with bacon pieces](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/air-fryer-green-beans-200x200.jpg)
Air Fryer Green Beans
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
- 1 lb green beans fresh
- 3 slices bacon chopped, pre-cooked
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Wash and clean green beans, then set aside.
- Toss green beans in olive oil, then add salt, pepper, and garlic powder
- Air fry at 375°F for 7-8 minutes.
- Toss and air fry an additional 3-4 minutes. Note: If you prefer softer green beans, toss and cook for a few extra minutes.
- Add pre-cooked bacon and cook for 3 minutes.
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