Sugar-Free Grilled Okra with Lemon and Garlic
Elevate your vegetable game with this **Sugar-Free Grilled Okra with Lemon and Garlic**, a light and zesty side dish that’s both simple and packed with vibrant flavors. Fresh okra is tossed with extra virgin olive oil, zesty lemon, and aromatic garlic, then perfectly grilled to achieve a tender texture with a smoky char. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous finish, making this dish ideal for summer cookouts, weeknight dinners, or healthy meal prep. Quick to make in under 25 minutes and completely sugar-free, this recipe is perfect for those seeking a fresh twist on classic grilled vegetables. Serve it hot for the ultimate pairing of citrusy, garlicky goodness and the natural earthiness of okra.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh okra
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 zest and juice lemon
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and dry the okra, then trim the stem ends without cutting into the pods.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the trimmed okra, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss until the okra is well coated.
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Once heated, arrange the okra on the grill in a single layer. Grill for about 7-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the okra is tender and lightly charred on all sides.
Remove the grilled okra from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately while hot, enjoying the fresh flavors of lemon and garlic with the grilled okra.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
442 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2367 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.2 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1688 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.
