Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Yellow Beans
Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Yellow Beans are crisp-tender, vibrant, and bursting with bright citrus flavor. Quickly cooked and lightly seasoned, they make a simple, refreshing side dish for any meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh yellow wax beans, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- Pat the trimmed yellow beans dry thoroughly.
- In a large bowl, toss the beans with olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Arrange the beans in a single layer in the air fryer basket, cooking in batches if necessary.
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until tender with lightly crisp edges.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Substitute green beans if yellow beans are unavailable.
- Top with toasted almonds or crushed walnuts for added crunch.
- Add a small amount of garlic powder before cooking for extra flavor.
- Omit Parmesan or use a dairy-free alternative to keep the dish dairy-free.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3–4 minutes to restore crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 3 mg
