Air Fryer Crispy Green Bean and Almond Salad
Air Fryer Crispy Green Bean and Almond Salad is a quick and easy side dish that's perfect for summer. The green beans are crispy and flavorful, and the almonds add a nice crunch. The feta cheese and red onion add a bit of creaminess and acidity, and the parsley adds a fresh herb flavor. This salad is a great way to use up any leftover green beans you have on hand, and it's also a healthy and delicious way to get your veggies in.
I first came up with this recipe when I was looking for a way to use up some leftover green beans. I had tried roasting them in the oven before, but they always came out soggy. I decided to try cooking them in the air fryer, and they came out perfectly crispy! The almonds add a nice crunch, and the feta cheese and red onion add a bit of creaminess and acidity. The parsley adds a fresh herb flavor, and the whole salad is tossed in a light vinaigrette. This salad is a great way to use up any leftover green beans you have on hand, and it's also a healthy and delicious way to get your veggies in.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
  1. Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Toss green beans with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place green beans in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  4. Remove green beans from the air fryer and let cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, combine green beans, almonds, feta cheese, red onion, and parsley.
  6. Toss to combine and serve.
Why It Works
  • The air fryer cooks the green beans quickly and evenly, resulting in a crispy texture.
  • The almonds add a nice crunch and nutty flavor.
  • The feta cheese adds a bit of creaminess and tanginess.
  • The red onion adds a bit of acidity and sharpness.
  • The parsley adds a fresh herb flavor.
  • The light vinaigrette ties all the flavors together.