Pressure Cooker Green Beans
Introduction
Pressure Cooker Green Beans are the ultimate side dish when you crave fresh flavor in record time. Using a pressure cooker transforms green beans into something tender yet crisp, perfectly seasoned, and deeply infused with any aromatics or spices you choose—all in just a few minutes. This dish is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, allowing you to bring a vibrant, nutrient-packed vegetable to the table with minimal effort.
The Magic of Pressure Cooking Green Beans
Pressure cooking turns green beans into a mouthwatering side, concentrating their sweetness while preserving their color and nutrients. Unlike boiling or steaming, the pressure cooker locks in both moisture and flavor, resulting in green beans that are a notch above the rest. Plus, they pair beautifully with almost any main course—from roasted chicken to grilled fish.
Prepping Your Green Beans the Easy Way
Start by trimming the ends off your green beans and slicing them to your desired length. For a fuss-free and efficient prep, a quality vegetable chopper like the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper can make quick work of this, ensuring uniform pieces that cook evenly under pressure.
If you’re aiming to add aromatics like onions or garlic, this chopper also handles them with ease, cutting your prep time in half.
Pressure Cooking—Hands-Off Perfection
Place your cleaned and prepped green beans in your Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart, along with a splash of broth, a knob of butter or olive oil, and your chosen seasonings. A sprinkle of salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and a hint of garlic powder create classic, crowd-pleasing flavor.
Lock the lid and set your pressure cooker for a short cook—just 2–3 minutes at high pressure is all it takes! When the timer goes off, use quick release to avoid overcooking. The result? Green beans with the perfect snap and all their vivid color intact.
Serving, Storing, and Taking on the Go
After pressure cooking, you may toss the beans with a drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkle of toasted almonds. For a beautiful presentation at a picnic or potluck, use a sturdy, portable salad container such as the Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl, Khaki Green, which keeps your green beans fresh and easy to serve.
Leftovers can be stored in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup), which are leak-proof and great for meal prep or lunch boxes.
Nutrition and Serving Details
A batch of Pressure Cooker Green Beans serves about 4 people, with each portion offering roughly 40–50 calories if prepared simply. Green beans are rich in vitamins A and C, fiber, and antioxidants—making this a healthy, satisfying addition to your menu.
Pressure Cooker Green Beans: The Ultimate Quick Side (Recap)
This recipe harnesses the powerful convenience of a pressure cooker to deliver green beans that are perfectly cooked and full of natural flavor, all with minimal prep and cleanup. Adaptable to your favorite seasonings and ready in mere minutes, these green beans will quickly become a staple at your table.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare the green beans by trimming and cutting them into 2-inch pieces, using the Mueller Pro-Series Vegetable Chopper for ease and evenness.
- Place green beans, broth, and olive oil or butter in the Instant Pot Duo Pressure Cooker. Add salt, pepper, and, if desired, minced garlic or onion.
- Secure the lid, set valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 2 minutes.
- Quick-release the pressure as soon as the cooking time is complete to avoid overcooking. Carefully open the lid using the KitchenAid Ribbed Soft Silicone Oven Mitt Set for safety.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately, topped with sliced almonds, lemon zest, or Parmesan, if preferred.
- For transporting or storing leftovers, move green beans to a Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Container.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes (plus time to come to pressure, about 5–8 minutes)
Total Time: 15–20 minutes
Enjoy this fresh, fast, and flavorful take on green beans—a side dish that’s as easy as it is delicious!