Mediterranean Diet Crispy Baked Okra
Bring a taste of the Mediterranean to your table with this Crispy Baked Okra recipe, a healthy and flavorful side dish that perfectly complements the Mediterranean diet. Fresh okra is seasoned with a fragrant blend of olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, dried oregano, and a bright touch of lemon zest, then baked to golden perfection for a delightful crunch. This easy recipe is ready in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or a nutritious snack. Its oven-baked preparation ensures a lighter, wholesome option without sacrificing flavor. Serve it hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a zesty finish, and enjoy okra like never before! Perfect for clean eating, plant-based diets, or simply adding more veggies to your plate, this dish is sure to become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh okra
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Rinse and pat dry the okra. Trim the stems, leaving the pod intact.
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.
Add the okra to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the spice mixture.
Spread the seasoned okra in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the okra is golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Remove from the oven and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
Serve hot as a side dish or a snack, enjoying the crispy and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired okra.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
451 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.9 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1223 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.3 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.1 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 462 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1652 mg | 35% | |
*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.
