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TikTok Viral Air Fryer Green Beans

Nicole Hood — Sun, 15 May 2022 20:52:14 +0000

This recipe from TikTok has gone viral for good reason!

It’s a simple and easy way to make a family friendly side dish that goes with just about any meal. I have made it many times for my family on busy weeknights.

Check out the recipe below and give it a try in your Air Fryer at home!

Also check out this recipe and many more in my Air Fryer Recipe Roundup!

Air Fryer Green Beans

Ingredients

1 lb green beans washed and ends trimmed
cooking oil I recommend spray avocado or coconut oil, for coating
salt and pepper to taste
garlic powder
onion powder to taste
1/4 cup approx Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

Add green beans to your air fryer basket then coat and toss in cooking oil (I used avocado oil).
Season to taste with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Close and cook at 400 degrees for 6 minutes.
Open, shake the basket, and spray again with cooking oil.
Now add grated Parmesan cheese all over.
Close and cook at 400 degrees for another 5 minutes.
Remove to a plate and serve warm.

I start with washed and trimmed fresh green beans.

Add green beans to your air fryer basket then coat and toss in cooking oil (I used avocado oil).

Season to taste with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Close and cook at 400 degrees for 6 minutes.

Open, shake the basket, and spray again with cooking oil.
Now add grated Parmesan cheese all over.

Close and cook at 400 degrees for another 5 minutes.

Remove to a plate and serve warm.

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The Best Broccoli Recipes

Nicole Hood — Thu, 19 Jan 2017 23:30:00 +0000

Since becoming a Mom I have had to get pretty creative with my cooking at times, especially when my two little munchkins decide they detest any and all veggies.

Broccoli is my favorite and the girls usually like it so I use it a lot.

Sometimes I serve it as a side dish, steamed or roasted, and sometimes as the star of the meal like my Cheesy Broccoli Casserole or Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry.

Today I have put together a collection of my favorite recipes showcasing Broccoli. I know you {and your little munchkins} are going to love them all!

1. Crock-Pot Beef and Broccoli

One dish Crock-pot meals are my go to on busy weekdays and this Beef and Broccoli Crock-Pot meal is quickly becoming a family favorite, especially with my daughter. Serve over rice or noodles.

2. Broccoli Cornbread

This Broccoli Cornbread was the first of many recipes I made from “Southern Cooking for Company”. Cottage cheese adds a fluffy, moist texture and loads of broccoli and Cheddar make it a tasty and filling side dish!

3. The BEST EVER Lemon Parmesan Roasted Broccoli

This incredible crunchy, garlicky, cheesy roasted side dish is so good they call it “Magic Broccoli” and I could seriously eat a whole bowl of it!

4. Broccoli Cheese Soup

Creamy, cheesy, and chock full of broccoli goodness, the base of this soup is simply Borden milk and stock with some veggies and seasoning! Easy peasy {and oh so cheesy!}.

5. Broccoli Cheese Soup Poppers

These bite size poppers taste just like my favorite Broccoli Cheese Soup in a Bread Bowl! My daughter asks for “more,more!” and you will too!

6. Warm You Up Cheesy Broccoli Casserole

There is nothing better on a cold night than a comforting, cheesy casserole. This Broccoli Casserole is easy to prepare and make lots of leftovers! Perfect for a busy weeknight.

7. Broccoli Slaw Salad

Whether you call it broccoli salad or broccoli slaw it is a yummy, fresh summer salad that is easy to make and it will surely be a hit at your next picnic or potluck!

8. Four Cheese Broccoli Quiche

This vegetarian quiche is loaded with broccoli and four, yes four, different melty cheeses! It is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

9. Jazzed Up Broccoli Salad

This side dish is inspired by my Mom’s broccoli salad from my childhood but jazzed up with dried fruit, sunflower seeds, a half yogurt/half mayo dressing, and of course, bacon!

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Asian Stir-fry Green Beans and Healthy Choice Café Steamers

Nicole Hood — Sat, 12 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Today I wanted to share with you one of my favorite fast and fresh side dishes: Asian Stir-fry Green Beans. Cooked in a wok, they are first blanched then stir-fried with garlic, sesame oil, and teriyaki sauce. They are vibrant, crisp, healthy, and delicious… just like another one of my favorites: Healthy Choice Café Steamers. These meals are my go-to option for a delicious, fresh and filling meal on a busy weekday lunch or dinner.

With 100 percent natural proteins and absolutely no artificial ingredients, Healthy Choice Café Steamers are the first and only meals featuring a tray-in-tray steam cooking method that separates ingredients during heating to unlock freshness you can see and taste.

There are over a dozen Healthy Choice Café Steamers meals, all with less than 310 calories and more than 18 grams of 100-percent natural protein. Even better, since the ingredients aren’t frozen in the sauce they have a fresh, more vibrant taste.

All Healthy Choice meals are made with real ingredients and no preservatives so you don’t have to worry about sacrificing taste or freshness. Find Healthy Choice Café Steamers in the freezer aisle at grocery stores nationwide for the manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $3.29.

Learn more here:

www.facebook.com/healthychoice

www.HealthyChoice.com

Asian Stir-Fry Green Beans

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1 lb green beans ends trimmed
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 cloves garlic pressed
2 tbsp teriyaki sauce

Instructions

You will need a wok or large skillet to stir fry.
I like to blanch my veggies first to keep their bright color but this is optional.
Fill your wok with enough water to cover the beans. Bring to a boil over med high heat.
Add green beans and cook for 30 seconds then remove to a large bowl filled with ice water.
Now empty the water from the wok and add sesame oil.
Add the beans and stir fry, tossing occasionally for 3 minutes.
Then add garlic and teriyaki sauce, tossing to coat and cook for another minute.
Remove to a serving platter and serve hot.
If you like your beans softer, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes before adding the sauce and garlic.

Healthy Choice Café Steamers in Pineapple Chicken and Beef Teriyaki

go great with these Asian Stir-fry Green Beans.

With each meal containing a mix of vitamins, nutrients and protein, Healthy Choice Café Steamers are a healthy and convenient option, whether at work, home or on the go.

I used a large bag of green beans from the market for this recipe.

Wash then trim and remove the ends.

Heat water to a boil in a large wok or skillet.

Fill a large bowl with ice water.

Once the water in the wok boils, add the beans and boil the beans for 30 seconds.

remove to a large bowl filled with ice water.

Now empty the water from the wok and add sesame oil.

Add the beans and stir fry, tossing occasionally for 3 minutes.

Add 2 cloves garlic. I used my garlic press but you could also finely dice.

Add 2 tbsp teriyaki sauce, tossing to coat.

Cook for another minute.

The Healthy Choice Café Steamers take about 4 minutes each to cook in the microwave.
Then you simply toss in the sauce in the bowl and dinner is ready!

Remove to a serving platter and serve hot.

A fast and tasty Asian inspired meal made in about 10 minutes!

I enjoyed the Pineapple Chicken meal.

Mom tried the Beef Teriyaki.

Both were flavorful, filling, and, of course, healthy.

I love the crisp veggies and juicy meat.

Serve this side dish with any Asian inspired recipe you like or check out one of over a dozen Healthy Choice Café Steamers meals available at your local grocery store.

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

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