Instant Pot Green Beans

green beans arranged on a plate with lemon wedges and a fork.

5 from 1 vote

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 greens on your plate!

Prep Time5

Cook Time1

Saute3

Total Time9

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: servings

Calories: 48kcal

Author: Nicole Durham

Cost: Recipe $0.99 / Serving $0.25

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)

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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.

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