Sure! Here’s a recipe for Keto Air Fryer Green Beans:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions:
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, toss the green beans with olive oil until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and black pepper over the green beans and toss again to ensure they are well coated with the seasonings.
- Place the seasoned green beans in the air fryer basket, spreading them out in a single layer. You may need to do this in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Cook the green beans in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket or flipping the beans halfway through the cooking time. Cook until the beans are tender and slightly crispy.
- Remove the green beans from the air fryer and transfer them to a serving dish.
- Optional: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the green beans while they are still hot.
- Serve the Keto Air Fryer Green Beans immediately as a side dish or snack.
Notes:
- You can customize the seasoning to your liking. Feel free to add other spices or herbs such as paprika, cayenne pepper, or dried herbs like thyme or rosemary.
- If you prefer your green beans softer, you can cook them for a few more minutes in the air fryer.
- The cooking time may vary depending on the size and type of your air fryer, so keep an eye on the green beans as they cook.
- It’s important to spread the green beans out in a single layer in the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- The grated Parmesan cheese is optional, but it adds a delicious flavor to the green beans. If you’re on a strict keto diet, make sure to use real Parmesan cheese and avoid pre-shredded varieties that may contain added starches.
- This recipe is keto-friendly as it uses olive oil for cooking and minimal seasoning. It’s a low-carb side dish that pairs well with various main courses.
Enjoy your Keto Air Fryer Green Beans!
Nutrition:
Calories: 82.94kcal | Carbohydrates: 6.47g | Protein: 3.82g | Fat: 5.32g | Saturated Fat: 1.55g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3.03g | Cholesterol: 4.25mg | Sodium: 396.04mg | Potassium: 190.82mg | Fiber: 2.34g | Sugar: 2.92g | Vitamin A: 636.56IU | Vitamin C: 11.82mg | Calcium: 106.46mg | Iron: 0.96mg