Heart-Healthy Simple Steamed Okra
Delight your taste buds with this "Heart-Healthy Simple Steamed Okra" recipe — a wholesome and nutritious side dish that's quick and easy to prepare. Featuring tender steamed okra pods drizzled with zesty lemon juice, smooth olive oil, and lightly seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper, this recipe is perfect for those seeking a flavorful yet low-calorie addition to their meals. The simple steaming method preserves the vibrant green color and natural nutrition of the okra while minimizing slime, making it an ideal dish for clean eating and heart health. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is a go-to option for weeknight dinners or pairing with grilled proteins and whole grains. Enjoy this guilt-free vegetable dish that’s as nourishing as it is satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh okra pods
- 500 milliliters water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Wash the okra thoroughly under running water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Trim the stem ends of the okra pods carefully, avoiding cutting into the pod itself to prevent sliminess during cooking.
Fill a large pot with 500 milliliters of water and place a steaming basket or rack over it. Ensure the water does not touch the bottom of the basket.
Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium to maintain a steady steam.
Place the okra pods in the steaming basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and steam the okra for about 8-10 minutes, or until they become tender. Avoid over-steaming to prevent losing their bright green color.
Once done, remove the okra from the steaming basket and transfer them to a serving plate.
Drizzle the steamed okra with lemon juice and olive oil.
Season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder.
Toss gently to combine and serve immediately as a heart-healthy side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
299 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 641 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.9 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 446 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1524 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
