Prepare the Green Beans

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Trim and Cut the Green Beans: Wash the green beans thoroughly. Trim off the ends and cut them into 2-inch pieces. This will help them bake more evenly.
3. Dry the Green Beans: Pat the green beans dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. This is key to achieving a crispy texture.

Season the Green Beans

4. Toss with Olive Oil: In a large mixing bowl, drizzle the green beans with olive oil and toss to coat evenly. The oil helps the seasonings adhere to the beans and promotes crispiness during baking.
5. Add Seasonings: Sprinkle the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper over the green beans. Toss the green beans again to ensure they’re evenly coated with the spices. If you like a little heat, add a pinch of chili powder.
6. Optional Add-ins: If you’re using sesame seeds or nutritional yeast, sprinkle them over the green beans for an extra boost of flavor.

Bake the Green Bean Crunchies

7. Spread on Baking Sheet: Arrange the seasoned green beans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Try not to overcrowd the beans to allow for maximum crispiness.
8. Bake: Bake the green beans in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure even baking. Keep an eye on them in the last few minutes to prevent burning.
9. Cool and Crisp: Once the green beans are golden and crispy, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.

Serve the Green Bean Crunchies

10. Enjoy: Serve your Green Bean Crunchies immediately as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. Enjoy them while they’re hot and crispy!