Mediterranean Diet Perfectly Roasted Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with this Mediterranean Diet Perfectly Roasted Green Beans recipe! Packed with vibrant flavors, these green beans are tossed with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, zesty lemon, and a touch of dried oregano before being roasted to perfection—resulting in tender, lightly crisp edges. A final drizzle of fresh lemon juice adds brightness, while optional crumbled feta provides a creamy, tangy finish. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes in the oven, this easy, healthy, and flavorful dish is perfect for any weeknight dinner or a Mediterranean-inspired feast. Deliciously versatile, it pairs beautifully with grilled fish, chicken, or your favorite plant-based main.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 medium lemon
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 50 grams feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Wash and trim the ends of the fresh green beans. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves. Zest and juice the lemon, keeping them separate.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the green beans with the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Toss until the green beans are well coated.
Spread the green beans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast the green beans in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly crispy on the edges, stirring halfway through the roasting time.
Remove the green beans from the oven and transfer them to a serving dish.
Drizzle the roasted green beans with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese if using.
Serve immediately as a healthy side dish to any Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
143 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.4 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 634 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 328 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
