Fructose Free Crispy Smoky Paprika Green Beans
These green beans are the kind of side dish that disappears from the platter before the main course even hits the table. Roasting them on a screaming-hot sheet pan at high heat is the secret ā the beans blister and char at the edges instead of turning soft and soggy, giving you that satisfying crunch in every bite. Smoked paprika and a touch of cayenne bring a bold, smoky heat, while a squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end keeps everything bright and balanced. Garlic-infused oil does the heavy lifting on flavor without introducing any high-fructose ingredients, making this a smart choice when you need to keep things gentle on digestion without sacrificing taste. Green beans are naturally low in fructose, and every other ingredient here is carefully chosen to stay in that safe zone ā no onion, no honey, no sneaky sweeteners. Scattered scallion greens add a mild, fresh finish that looks gorgeous on the platter. This one is weeknight-easy but impressive enough to bring to a dinner party.
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4 servings
- 1 Ā½ lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tbsp garlic-infused oil
- 1 Ā½ tsp smoked paprika
- Ā½ tsp kosher salt
- Ā¼ tsp black pepper
- Ā¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp scallion greens, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 450Ā°F (230Ā°C). Place a large sheet pan in the oven while it preheats ā a hot pan helps the beans blister rather than steam.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, toss the trimmed green beans with the garlic-infused oil, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne, if using, until every bean is evenly coated.
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