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Potatoes and Green Beans in Air Fryer

July 12, 2021
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Potato and Green beans in air fryer

Potatoes and green beans in air fryer are the vegetables that go well with every meal. You can simply make sausage, chicken, or steak for your dinner and have the fresh vegetables made in the air fryer for your dinner. This recipe is easy and requires minimal ingredients that get ready in no time.

Perfectly seasoned potatoes and green beans are a great side dish. Potatoes and green beans in air fryer have a crispy texture that makes your dinner interesting and delicious too.

You can also make potatoes and green beans with bacon or sausage and enjoy it. The most amazing thing about this recipe is you can cook both potato and green beans together in the air fryer. This reduces the cooking time and isn’t that awesome. And this recipe gets ready in under 25 minutes.

In this blog, you’ll know how to make potatoes and green beans in air fryer step-by-step. The kinds of potatoes and green beans to use for the recipe, tips, and you can’t miss the serving ideas for the recipe. Let’s dig into the recipe.

 

What kind of potato and beans to use for potatoes and green beans air fryer recipe?

You can use any type of potatoes for the recipe. I recommend you use new potatoes or baby potatoes for this recipe. Because they’re small and cook faster.

They have thin skin compared to other potatoes. This makes it easier while preparing the vegetables. You’ll not have to waste time peeling the potatoes. However, you can peel it if you desire.

You can use baby beans or you can just use the regular one both are great.

I generally love cooking fresh vegetables but you can go for frozen as well. While you use frozen you don’t need to defrost them.

 

How to make potatoes and green beans in air fryer?

Making potatoes and green beans in air fryer requires simple ingredients that are already available in your pantry. So, you don’t have to stress while gathering the ingredients while making this recipe. Let’s find out the ingredients required for potatoes and green beans.

 

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds new potatoes
  • 0.75 pounds green beans (trimmed)
  • Olive oil/Vegetable Oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste (pepper is optional)

potatoes and green beans in air fryer ingredients

Instructions

  1. The first step is to prepare your veggies. So, start with washing the green beans and potatoes thoroughly.
  2. Trim the green beans. And you can peel the potatoes if you want but I like it with skin on.
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  4. Cut the potatoes into half or quarters making sure the pieces are of similar sizes. If the potatoes are of similar size they’ll cook evenly and give the best result.
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  6. Take a large mixing bowl and place the new potatoes and green beans drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix them well with the help of a spatula until coated evenly.
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  8. Preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 2-3 minutes. This process helps cook the food evenly and quickly.
  9. Don’t put all of your veggies at once and overcrowd the air fryer basket at once. Cook in batches for a better result.
  10. Transfer the seasoned potatoes and green beans to the air fryer basket in a single layer.
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  12. Cook at 200C/400F for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are brown in the edges. Toss the potatoes and green beans halfway through the cooking process.
  13. The veggies are done when the potatoes are fork-tender and green beans start blistering. You can add a few more minutes if you want your veggies to be super crunchy.
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  15. Repeat the same process for the remaining portion.
  16. Remove the potatoes and green beans from the air fryer basket and serve with your dinner.

 

You can find potatoes and green beans in air fryer recipe in the printable card below.

 

Tips for making perfect potatoes and green beans in air fryer

  • Cut the air fryer potatoes in similar sizes so they cook evenly.
  • The best way to cook potatoes and green beans together is to add the green beans halfway through the cooking process.
  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket instead cook them in batches for the best result.

 

What to serve with potatoes and green beans in air fryer?

The potatoes and green beans are versatile dishes that can be paired with any main course.
You can add diced bacon and make potatoes and green beans with bacon and enjoy your meal.

Add some shredded cheese over the veggies and serve with air fryer frozen chicken breast.
You can also pair potatoes and green beans with chicken sausage in air fryer.
Brats in air fryer are also a good option to pair your veggies with.

Baked beans air fryer

Here are some of the frequently asked questions.

 

How long do you cook potatoes and green beans in air fryer?

The potatoes and green beans in air fryer cook time are 20 minutes.

The cooking time varies according to the size and type of potato you use.

This time is good if you’re using baby potatoes or new potatoes. Because they are small and take less time compared to russet potatoes.

You can adjust time according to the type of potato your using.

 

Are air fried vegetables healthy?

Yes, they’re healthy as food is cooked by hot air inside the air fryer. The foods that are cooked in less oil are healthier than deep-fried food.

The fun fact of cook in the air fryer is it doesn’t retain the taste of food while cooking.

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Can I cook canned green beans in air fryer?

Yes, you can cook canned green beans in air fryer. Drain the liquid and rinse the beans in water and they are ready to go. Generally, this kind of bean takes less time to cook than the fresh ones.

 

How to store leftover vegetables?

Before storing the leftover veggies, you should allow them to cool completely.
You can store the leftover vegetables in an air-tight container and transfer them to the refrigerator. This will last for 3 days; you can follow the reheating process mentioned below and enjoy.

 

How to reheat the potatoes and green beans in air fryer?

Reheating the leftover veggies in an air fryer is easy. Transfer the veggies to the air fryer basket and reheat at 175C/350F for 3-5 minutes or until they’re warm.

 

Equipment
Air Fryer

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian

Prep Time:5 minute
Cook Time:20 minutes

Nutrition Facts
Calories- 139kcal | Sodium- 13.3mg | Fat- 1g | Protein- 5g | Potassium- 795g | Vitamin A- 520IU | Vitamin C- 40mg | Carbohydrate- 30mg | Fiber- 5g | Calcium- 45.6mg | Sugar- 4g | Iron- 2mg |

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Potatoes and green beans in Air Fryer

Easy Potatoes and Green Beans in Air Fryer - TopAirFryerRecipes

Potatoes and green beans in air fryer are the vegetables that go well with every meal. Perfectly seasoned potatoes and green beans are a great side dish.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Calories 139 kcal

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds new potatoes
  • 0.75 pounds green beans (trimmed)
  • Olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste (pepper is optional)

Instructions
 

  • Clean the green beans and potatoes thoroughly. Trim the green beans and peel the potatoes or leave the skin on.
  • Cut the potatoes into half or quarters.
    Air fryer lemon green beans
  • Take a large mixing bowl and place the new potatoes and green beans drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix them well.
    Air fryer potatoes
  • Preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 2-3 minutes.
  • Cook at 200C400F for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are brown in the edges. Toss the potatoes and green beans halfway through.
    how to cook green beans in the air fryer
  • If the potatoes are fork-tender and green beans start blistering the veggies are done.
  • Remove the potatoes and green beans from the air fryer basket and serve with your dinner.
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