Microwave Green Beans. Green beans are one such vegetable. Read the full recipe after the video.

Green beans are the unripe, young fruit of various cultivars of the common bean (phaseolus vulgaris).

Cover with plastic wrap, leaving a small corner open. If they are too tough, keep microwaving more for 1 minute at a time until they cooked to your. Add freshly washed and trimmed green beans to a microwave safe bowl or container. Be the first to rate & review! This has ultimately led me to cook green bean casserole in the microwave. How do you cook green beans in the microwave? Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking. Let stand 3 minutes before removing the cover. Very thin green beans will take only 3 to 4 minutes, be careful not to overcook. 1 pound fresh green beans (washed, stems discarded). A comforting holiday staple made easy.