Okra and Tomatoes Soup
Warm up with a bowl of hearty Okra and Tomatoes Soup, a Southern-inspired dish that’s bursting with vibrant flavors and nourishing ingredients. This comforting soup combines tender slices of okra with juicy canned tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a melody of fresh vegetables like onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Enhanced with dried thyme, a splash of lemon juice, and a touch of tomato paste, this recipe delivers an irresistible tangy depth. Simmered to perfection in vegetable broth, this soup is not only packed with wholesome goodness but also delightfully easy to prepare—ready in just under an hour! Ideal for cozy family dinners or meal prepping, this nutritious, gluten-free option serves up a satisfying taste of home with every spoonful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped onion
- 1 medium, chopped green bell pepper
- 2 chopped celery stalks
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 pound, sliced okra
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon, dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons, fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced okra to the pot, stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes until it starts to soften.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and their juice, then add tomato paste. Stir well to combine.
Add the vegetable broth, bay leaf, and dried thyme. Stir to combine all ingredients.
Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes.
Remove the bay leaf and discard.
Stir in the lemon juice and fresh chopped parsley.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1339 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.1 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 6643 mg | 289% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.3 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 56.3 g | 201% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.7 g | ||
| Protein | 42.0 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1078 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 6916 mg | 147% | |
*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.
