Learn the best way to keep your green beans at their freshest.
And fortunately, freezing offers you the perfect opportunity to preserve your favorite fresh produce for later use.
Can You Freeze Green Beans?
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Green beans can absolutely be frozen (obviously!
), as you’ll always find bags of green beans in the freezer cases at the supermarket.
(It should take just a couple of hours.)
Caitlin Bensel
Wrap them tightly in freezer-safe plastic wrap, or in a freezer bag or container.
Check out a few of our favorite options for using your frozen green beans.
Spring Minestrone
This veggie-packed soup features all your spring veggie favorites.
Gentl & Hyers
Green beans, celery, swiss chard, and basil add plenty of flavor.
Green Beans With Bacon Vinaigrette
Bacon adds a smoky flavor to this stellar side dish.
A short cooking time ensures the green beans are still crisp and crunchy.
Christopher Baker
you’re able to use your frozen green beans to help minimize prep.
Ginger and sesame seeds add a flavorful touch to the Dijon vinaigrette.
Green Beans With Crispy Breadcrumbs
Don’t let the secret ingredient (anchovies!)
Greg Dupree
throw you off of this tasty side dish.
It adds a touch of umami that perfectly balances the garlic-lemon dressing.
Greg DuPree
