Low Fat Grilled Okra with Lemon and Garlic
Elevate your vegetable game with this vibrant and healthy **Low Fat Grilled Okra with Lemon and Garlic** recipe! Perfect for summer cookouts or as a savory side dish, these smoky, charred okra pods are infused with a zesty marinade made from fresh lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes. This easy recipe takes only 20 minutes from prep to plate, making it a quick, nutrient-packed addition to any meal. Topped with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness, it’s low in fat, rich in flavor, and entirely irresistible. Whether you're grilling for health-conscious guests or simply seeking a unique snack, this delicious dish is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh okra
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 medium lemon
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons parsley
Instructions
Rinse the okra thoroughly and pat it dry with a paper towel. Trim the stems off the okra, but do not cut into the seeds.
In a large bowl, add the okra. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves. Zest and juice the lemon. In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
Pour the lemon-garlic mixture over the okra in the bowl. Toss well to ensure the okra is evenly coated with the marinade.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the okra in a single layer on the grill.
Grill the okra for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the okra is tender and has char marks on all sides.
While the okra is grilling, finely chop the parsley.
Transfer the grilled okra to a serving platter and sprinkle with chopped parsley for garnish.
Serve the grilled okra warm as a side dish or as a healthy snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
453 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1223 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.4 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1672 mg | 36% | |
*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.
