Easy air fryer green beans are crisp and tender and cook in just minutes!

It’s a healthy low-carb recipe (and keto!) that the entire family will enjoy.

This air fryer green beans recipe is made with Asian-inspired ingredients that let it pair great with foods like rice and veggies!

How to Cook Green Beans in the Air Fryer

A full printable version of this recipe with ingredient measurements is available at the bottom of this post.

STEP ONE: Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F.

STEP TWO: Mix together the green beans, sesame oil, garlic salt, and pepper in a large bowl.

STEP THREE: Place the trimmed fresh green beans in the air fryer in a single layer and air fry for 5-7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.

STEP FOUR: Remove the air fried green beans from the air fryer and enjoy!

What to Serve with Air Fryer Green Beans

You can also take a look at this great list of air fryer dinner ideas too!

Variations for Fresh Green Beans in the Air Fryer

• Add mushrooms, potatoes, or onions for even more veggie goodness.
• Add bacon, balsamic vinegar, and fresh lemon juice for a new set of flavors
• Use a store-bought vegetable seasoning for incredible flavor — here is what I call the best green bean seasoning
• Bread your green beans for a nice crispy result! Coat them in flour, dip them into whisked eggs, then roll in your favorite bread crumbs.
• Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick to this air fryer green beans recipe
• Use french beans in place of green beans!
• Make garlic parmesan air fryer green beans by swapping the garlic salt and sesame oil out for garlic powder (or freshly minced garlic) and grated parmesan cheese

How Long to Cook Green Beans in the Air Fryer 

Air fried green beans cook in just 5-7 minutes.

Make sure to shake the basket halfway through and they’re done when you can easily pierce them with a fork!

Tips For The Best Air Fryer Green Beans

• Ensure green beans are evenly covered in the oil and seasonings for the best results.
• Cook the fresh green beans in a single layer to allow them to cook evenly
• Trim your green beans with a knife so they can easily fit in your air fryer basket

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How to Cook Frozen Green Beans in the Air Fryer  

1. Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees F.
2. Quickly toss the remaining ingredient with the frozen green beans using tongs.
3. Add your frozen green beans to the air fryer and cook for about 11 minutes.

You can also try our easy air fryer frozen green beans recipe with everything bagel seasoning here. It’s amazing!

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Air Fryer Weight Watcher Points per serving: 1