Green Beans On The Grill Recipe

Elevate your grilling game with this recipe for smoky-sweet grilled green beans! Perfect as a side dish alongside your favorite grilled meats, these beans get a head start on the grill while it heats up, resulting in a unique roasted and steamed texture. The intense initial heat creates delicious char marks, while the subsequent lower heat ensures tender-crisp perfection. Get ready for a flavor explosion – try adding sliced onions or a zesty lemon-pepper toss for extra deliciousness!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 67.8 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Green Beans On The Grill

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How to Make Green Beans On The Grill

  1. Preheat your grill to high heat.
  2. Wash and trim 1 pound of green beans.
  3. Toss green beans with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Place green beans directly on the hot grill grates for 10 minutes, allowing them to develop char marks and begin to soften. Do not move them during this time.
  5. Reduce grill heat to medium. Move green beans to a cooler part of the grill and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for another 10-15 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  6. Remove from grill and let rest for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Optional: Toss with 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion and 1 tablespoon lemon juice and zest. Alternatively, season generously with lemon pepper seasoning.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

2g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Green Beans On The Grill?

Green Beans On The Grill takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Green Beans On The Grill?

Green Beans On The Grill has approximately 67.8 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Green Beans On The Grill?

The key ingredients for Green Beans On The Grill are Green Beans, Olive Oil, Garlic Cloves, Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, Salt, Ground Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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