Anne's Exquisite Roasted Green Beans

A delightful dish of fresh green beans coated in olive oil, roasted to perfection, and finished with a refreshing splash of lemon juice. This is a simple yet elegant side dish that will impress your guests.

Ingredients

1	pound fresh green beans, trimmed
¼	cup extra-virgin olive oil
	sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
½	large lemon, juiced

Instructions

• 1. Begin by preheating the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, thoroughly coat the fresh green beans with the extra-virgin olive oil.
  3. Spread the beans evenly on a rimmed baking sheet or in a roasting pan. Sprinkle a generous amount of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper over the beans.
  4. Roast the beans in the oven until they are beautifully shriveled and browned, usually around 20 minutes.
  5. Once roasted, remove the beans from the oven, gather them into a pile, and drizzle the freshly squeezed juice of a large lemon over the top. Give it a good toss and serve immediately.

Jul 19, 2024