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Pesto Green Beans Recipe: Easy Basil Roasted Vegetables

Transform ordinary green beans into an extraordinary side dish with this simple pesto green beans recipe. Roasting brings out their natural sweetness while the basil pesto adds incredible Italian-inspired flavor, coming together in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons basil pesto
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and thoroughly dry the green beans, then trim the ends.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the basil pesto, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add the green beans to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the pesto mixture.
  5. Spread the green beans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Roast for 12-15 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the beans are tender-crisp and slightly caramelized.
  7. Remove from oven and immediately toss with lemon juice and Parmesan cheese.
  8. Garnish with toasted pine nuts if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

For extra crispy green beans, make sure they're completely dry before tossing with pesto. Don't overcrowd the baking sheet - this ensures even roasting and proper browning.