Description
Roasted Green Beans with Caramelized Onions deliver a symphony of savory flavors that elevate simple vegetables into a gourmet side dish. Crisp green beans meet sweet, golden onions for a delightful culinary experience you’ll crave at every meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb green beans, trimmed
- 2 large onions
Seasonings:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Optional Garnish:
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and prepare a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Slice onions into thin, uniform half-moon shapes to ensure even caramelization during roasting.
- Thoroughly wash and meticulously trim green beans, removing both ends to create a clean, uniform appearance.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, combine green beans and sliced onions, drizzling olive oil evenly across the vegetables.
- Sprinkle minced garlic, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables, tossing gently to coat every piece with seasonings.
- Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, avoiding overcrowding to promote proper roasting and caramelization.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even browning and prevent burning.
- Remove from oven when green beans are tender-crisp and onions have developed a rich, golden-brown color.
- Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant, herbaceous finish.
- Serve immediately while vegetables are hot and at peak flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure green beans are thoroughly dried after washing to prevent steaming instead of roasting, which helps achieve that perfect crispy texture.
- Use a sharp knife for uniform vegetable cuts, promoting even cooking and an aesthetically pleasing presentation.
- Experiment with alternative seasonings like smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, or balsamic vinegar to customize flavor profiles for different dietary preferences.
- Consider adding toasted nuts like almonds or pine nuts after roasting for extra crunch and nutritional boost, making the dish more versatile for vegetarian and gluten-free diets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg