Description
Fresh and vibrant, Cheesy Garlic Green Beans bring a delectable twist to a classic side dish with tender green beans coated in garlic-infused olive oil and topped with gooey mozzarella.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (about 500 g) fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 and 1/4 cups mozzarella, shredded
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons shredded fresh parmesan
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped (or 1 tablespoon pre-minced garlic)
- 3/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and spray a baking sheet with nonstick oil.
- Spread the green beans out flat on the greased baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart for even cooking.
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the oil mixture over the green beans and toss to coat each bean.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until the beans are bright and slightly crisp.
- Once done, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly across the beans.
- Broil for another 4 to 5 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Serve immediately, enjoy while hot and gooey.
Notes
For a spicy kick, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes. Feel free to use parchment paper for easier cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg