Quick Vegetable Gumbo
Dive into the vibrant flavors of the South with this Quick Vegetable Gumbo, a hearty one-pot dish that’s both nourishing and packed with spices. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines classic gumbo ingredients like okra, celery, and bell peppers with the smoky depth of paprika and a touch of optional cayenne for a customizable kick. Simmered in a savory vegetable broth and served over fluffy rice, this vegetarian gumbo comes together in just 50 minutes, making it the ultimate comfort food for those seeking a quick yet satisfying meal. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and extra freshness, and watch as this plant-based southern staple becomes a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups okra, sliced
- 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons ground thyme
- 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional)
- 3 cups cooked rice (for serving)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cup chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced yellow onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and sliced okra, and cook for another 3 minutes.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice) and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
Season the mixture with smoked paprika, ground thyme, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Bring the gumbo to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors are well combined and the okra has softened.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or spice if needed.
Serve the gumbo hot over cooked rice and garnish with chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1661 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.0 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4826 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 285.8 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.3 g | 137% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.1 g | ||
| Protein | 47.5 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 899 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 4297 mg | 91% | |
*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.
