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    Home » Simple Vegan Recipes » Vegan Sides

    Roasted Frozen Green Beans

    Published: Oct 2, 2023 · Modified: Nov 16, 2023 by Becky Striepe · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    green beans and seasonings on the baking sheet before and after mixing, roasted frozen green beans in the serving bowl before and after topping with almonds
    roasted frozen green beans in a serving dish topped with almonds

    Frozen green beans roast up like a dream in the oven! Garlicky roasted frozen green beans are an easy, flavorful veggie side dish.

    roasted frozen green beans in a serving dish topped with almonds
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    • Ingredients and substitutions
    • How to make frozen roasted green beans
    • Helpful tips
    • Serving and storage directions
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    Until I tried it for myself, I didn't believe that frozen roasted green beans would be tasty, and I'm so happy that I was wrong! These green beans are tender, garlicky, peppery perfection.

    Frozen veggies have a reputation for being limp and lifeless, but this dish proves that you can roast green beans from frozen without sacrificing texture or flavor!

    It only takes a few minutes to prep and roast these green beans in the oven. I love them served with crunchy, sliced almonds on top, almandine style!

    The addition of fresh garlic and whole, black peppercorns gives these roasted frozen green beans an amazing flavor. You're going to love them!

    If you like cooking with frozen vegetables, don't miss my air fryer frozen cauliflower and sautéed frozen broccoli recipes, too. They are both SO quick and easy to make!

    green beans, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and almonds in cups on a white table

    Ingredients and substitutions

    • frozen green beans - For the best results, choose "French style" green beans, not cut ones.
    • olive oil - Helps them brown just a bit in the oven.
    • garlic - Fresh garlic brings the umami to this dish.
    • salt - Salt brings out all of the flavors and helps the frozen green beans roast up beautifully in the oven.
    • black peppercorns - I just love the combination of the garlicky green beans and rich, black peppercorns! You can use ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper, if you don't have peppercorns.
    • sliced almonds - You can use sunflower seeds or other nuts or seeds or omit these, if you like, but I love crunchy sliced almonds with green beans!

    How to make frozen roasted green beans

    Preheat the oven to 425° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Pour the green beans into a colander and rinse them to get rid of any ice that's formed on them. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or a paper towel.

    Add the green beans to your baking sheet and drizzle on the oil. Add the garlic, salt, and peppercorns, and toss well on the baking sheet. Then, spread them out into a single layer, spacing them as much as possible.

    Bake for 16 to 20 minutes, until the green beans are cooked to preference.

    Transfer the roasted frozen green beans to a serving dish, top them with the almonds, and serve.

    green beans and seasonings on the baking sheet before and after mixing, roasted frozen green beans in the serving bowl before and after topping with almonds

    Helpful tips

    • Make sure you don't skip rinsing and drying the beans. That will help prevent them from turning mushy when you cook them.
    • You want to spread the frozen green beans out on the baking sheet as much as you can. The less they're touching each other, the better they'll cook up.

    Serving and storage directions

    These taste best day-of, but they'll keep in the fridge in an airtight container for three to five days. Reheat in the oven, toaster oven, or microwave.

    Frequently asked questions

    Can I double this recipe?

    You can! If you double it, spread the green beans onto two baking sheets. You really want them spaced out, and you'll have much better results this way.

    Should I thaw frozen green beans before roasting?

    It really depends on the recipe. For this recipe, you can roast them from frozen.

    Are frozen green beans as good as fresh?

    If you prepare them properly, they definitely can be! Making sure your frozen green beans are dry before roasting them helps prevent them from going mushy.

    Why are my frozen green beans soggy?

    It's because of the ice. Frozen veggies tend to have ice clinging to them. When they go into the hot oven, that ice melts, pooling in the pan and making them soggy. That's why you should rinse and pat them dry before cooking them.

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    roasted frozen green beans in a serving dish topped with almonds

    Roasted Frozen Green Beans

    Frozen green beans roast up like a dream in the oven! Garlicky roasted frozen green beans are an easy, flavorful veggie side dish.
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    Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine: Vegan
    Keyword: frozen roasted green beans, roasted frozen green beans, roasted frozen green beans recipe, roasted green beans from frozen
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 16 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 21 minutes minutes
    Servings: 3
    Author: Becky Striepe

    Ingredients

    • 12 ounces frozen green beans - "French style" green beans work best in this recipe.
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 3 cloves garlic - minced or pressed
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
    • ¼ cup sliced almonds
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    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 425° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
    • Pour the green beans into a colander and rinse them to get rid of any ice that's formed on them. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or a paper towel.
    • Add the green beans to your baking sheet and drizzle on the oil. Add the garlic, salt, and peppercorns, and toss well on the baking sheet. Then, spread them out into a single layer, spacing them as much as possible.
    • Bake for 16 to 20 minutes, until the green beans are cooked to preference.
    • Transfer the roasted frozen green beans to a serving dish, top them with the almonds, and serve.

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    Notes

    If you double this recipe, also be sure to use 2 baking sheets. You want to spread the frozen green beans out on the baking sheet(s) as much as you can. The less they're touching each other, the better they'll cook up.
    Make sure you don't skip rinsing and drying the beans. That will help prevent them from turning mushy when you cook them.
    Leftovers will keep for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Roasted Frozen Green Beans
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    133
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    9
    g
    14
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    5
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    2
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    6
    g
    Sodium
     
    396
    mg
    17
    %
    Potassium
     
    347
    mg
    10
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    12
    g
    4
    %
    Fiber
     
    5
    g
    20
    %
    Sugar
     
    4
    g
    4
    %
    Protein
     
    4
    g
    8
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    799
    IU
    16
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    15
    mg
    18
    %
    Calcium
     
    81
    mg
    8
    %
    Iron
     
    2
    mg
    11
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    About Becky Striepe

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    Hi there! I'm Becky Striepe (rhymes with sleepy), and I love using gadgets and shortcuts to create easy vegan comfort food recipes for busy people. Whether you love your Instant Pot, your air fryer, or just love delicious plant-based meals, stick around. You'll like it here.

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    1. Andrea

      March 15, 2016 at 2:21 pm

      Calling the beans 'frizzled' makes all the difference from thinking of them as shriveled.:D It's amazing how delicious foods can be prepared with the simplest of ingredients. I'm looking forward to the first crop of local green beans!

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      • Becky Striepe

        March 15, 2016 at 2:28 pm

        So true. The words make a big difference!

        Reply
    2. rika@veganmiam

      October 12, 2013 at 9:59 pm

      I've this weird obsession with grinding black peppercorns especially white peppercorns. I guess I missed my mortar & pestle in Oregon and already annoyed with the half-working pepper grinder in Buenos Aires. And I miss Whole Foods - back in Oregon, it is a 2-hour drive...and I wish there's Whole Foods in that city. The "frizzled" green beans look so good, I bet they are great on rice with a bit of heat from the peppercorns!

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      • Becky Striepe

        October 12, 2013 at 10:06 pm

        Ooh a bed of rice would be very nice with this!

        Reply
    3. luminousvegans

      October 08, 2013 at 9:35 am

      Yum! I love the word frizzle! I hear ya about cooking double times. Whenever I cook, I try to make as much as possible to serve as leftovers, etc. We used to eat out A LOT, but since times are tight, we cook a lot more.

      Reply
      • Becky Striepe

        October 08, 2013 at 10:23 am

        It's probably healthier than all of that take out anyway, right?

        Reply

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