Green beans don't have to be boring. With this simple seasoning combination and your Instant Pot, steamed fresh green beans are just moments away. You'll look forward to seeing these Instant Pot Green Beans on your plate!
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Green beans are a kid-favorite, with my children often battling for more. They love the mix of firmness and tenderness, and this Instant Pot recipe satisfies their cravings quickly, perfect for busy weekdays or Lazy Sunday Dinner Ideas.
Instant Pot steamed green beans are quick and vibrant, retaining their color and texture. It's a versatile appliance, also perfect for Instant Pot Steamed Broccoli and Instant Pot Asparagus.
Steaming in the Instant Pot preserves their color and texture, ensuring a visually appealing dish every time. Whether served as a side or incorporated into recipes, Instant Pot green beans offer meal planning versatility.
For more green bean inspiration, explore my Air Fryer Canned Green Beans, The Best Canned Green Bean Recipe, Sausage Green Bean Potato Casserole, and Cast Iron Green Beans.
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💛 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Super easy. This is a simple one pot recipe. Steam the green beans, add the seasonings, and you're done.
- Quick to make. From start to finish, including pressurizing and releasing, the whole process takes about 15 minutes with very little hands on time.
- Goes with anything. These green beans pair well with chicken, pork, beef, or just about any main dish.
🛒 Ingredients
Fresh Green Beans- You will want to use some fresh green beans that have been washed and trimmed. If you have more fresh green beans, try these Italian Green Beans with Tomatoes.
Water- Adding in water is necessary to get your Instant Pot to work properly.
Seasonings- We like to keep the seasonings simple by just using Salt, Pepper, Onion Powder, and Garlic Powder.
See the recipe card below for full ingredients and instructions.
💰 Budget-Friendly Tips
Buy green beans in season. Fresh green beans are usually cheapest during peak season and often available in larger bags at a lower per-pound cost.
Stick with pantry spices. Garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper are affordable staples that work across many meals.
Cook once, use twice. Make extra green beans and reuse leftovers in casseroles, stir-fries, or grain bowls later in the week.
Skip the steamer basket if needed. Cooking the beans directly in the water still works well and avoids extra equipment purchases.
🥄 Instructions for Instant Pot Green Beans
Step 1: Wash your fresh green beans and cut off the ends. If needed, break long green beans in half so that they fit inside the Instant Pot. (Image 1).
Step 2: Place one cup of water (or 1.5 cups of water if using an 8-quart IP) in the pot liner. (Image 2). If using a steamer basket, add it now. (Image 3).
Step 3: Place the green beans inside the Instant Pot or in an Instant Pot Steamer Basket. (Image 4).
Step 4: Set to High Pressure and Cook for 1 minute. (Image 5).
Step 5: Do a quick release of the pressure and then open the lid. (Image 6).
Step 6: Remove the green beans and place into a mixing bowl, or drain the liquid and use your Instant Pot. Add in the olive oil and seasonings. (Image 7).
Step 7: Toss gently to coat the green beans in the mixture. (Image 8).
Step 9: Serve warm. Enjoy!
👩🏻🍳 Expert Tips
- Prep the Beans. Rinse the green beans well, then trim about ¼ inch from the ends. You can snap or cut them in half if you prefer smaller, uniform pieces.
- Steaming Setup. A steamer basket is helpful but not required. You can steam the beans on a trivet or cook them directly in the water like a quick boil.
- Water Amount. Use 1 cup of water for a 6 quart Instant Pot or 1½ cups for an 8 quart to allow proper pressurization.
- Season After Cooking. The water is only for steaming and will be drained. Add seasonings once the green beans are tender.
❄️ Storage and Reheating
Storage: Store cooked green beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating: Reheat Instant Pot Green Beans in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute or warm gently in a skillet.
🥗 Side Dishes or Pairing Ideas
These Instant Pot green beans pair nicely with roasted chicken, pork chops, meatloaf, baked fish, or simple rice and potato dishes for an easy, balanced meal.
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❓ Recipe FAQs
You can steam these Instant Pot fresh green beans for anywhere between 0-3 minutes. 0 minutes on High Pressure will give you a very firm bite, whereas 3 minutes will be much more tender, if not a bit mushy.
I like to use a very basic combination of salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder for my green beans when I want a simple side dish. Using minced garlic, bacon bits, cooked onions, or even parmesan cheese and lemon juice can also be great ideas for getting more flavor into your greens!
Yes, they will freeze well. Because they have already been cooked, there is nothing to do except allow the green beans to cool completely and place them in an airtight container in the freezer.
They can last up to 12 months in the freezer if properly stored! Of course, eating them sooner rather than later helps to avoid freezer burn and flavor loss.
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📖 Recipe
Instant Pot Green Beans
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ pound fresh green beans, trimmed - ($0.75)
- 1 cup water - ($0.00)
- 1 tablespoons olive oil - ($0.14)
- ¼ teaspoon salt - ($0.01)
- ½ teaspoon onion powder - ($0.04)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder - ($0.04)
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper - ($0.01)
Instructions
- Prepare the green beans. Wash the green beans and trim off the ends. Break longer beans in half if needed so they fit comfortably in the Instant Pot.
- Add the water. Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot liner. If using an 8-quart Instant Pot, use 1 ½ cups. Add a steamer basket or trivet if using.
- Load the beans. Place the green beans into the Instant Pot or steamer basket.
- Pressure cook. Set the Instant Pot to High Pressure and cook for 1 minute.
- Release pressure. Perform a quick release, then carefully open the lid.
- Season. Remove the green beans and transfer them to a mixing bowl, or drain the liquid and season directly in the pot. Add the olive oil, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper, then toss gently to coat.
- Serve. Serve warm.
Notes
- Texture control. Cook for 0 minutes for firmer beans, 2 minutes for softer beans, or 3 minutes for very soft beans.
- Water amount. Use 1 cup of water for a 6-quart Instant Pot and 1 ½ cups for an 8-quart model.
- Equipment. A steamer basket, trivet, or cooking directly in the water all work well.
- Storage. Store cooked green beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Reheating and freezing. Reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Freeze cooled green beans in an airtight container for up to 12 months, with best quality when used sooner.
Nutritional Information
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