Vegan Okra Soup
Dive into a bowl of hearty comfort with this Vegan Okra Soup, a vibrant and nutritious dish bursting with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfectly tender slices of fresh okra join forces with an aromatic medley of sautéed onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic, creating a dynamic base for this plant-based delight. Warm spices like cumin and smoked paprika elevate the earthy flavor profile, while tomatoes and vegetable broth provide a luscious, savory depth. Enhanced with fresh thyme and finished with a sprinkle of parsley, this light yet satisfying soup is an ideal choice for cozy dinners or healthy meal prep. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dairy-free, gluten-free recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfect as a starter or main course, it's a must-try for anyone seeking to embrace the goodness of vegan cooking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams fresh okra, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole medium onion, chopped
- 1 whole bell pepper, chopped
- 3 whole garlic cloves, minced
- 2 whole celery stalks, chopped
- 1 large carrot, chopped
- 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
- 1 liter vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and chopped carrot, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the sliced okra to the pot, and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes with their juice, and then pour in the vegetable broth.
Add the cumin, smoked paprika, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes until the okra is tender and the flavors meld together.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Ladle the soup into bowls, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve hot and enjoy the rich, comforting flavors of this vegan okra soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1115 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.5 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 5443 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.5 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.6 g | 156% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.7 g | ||
| Protein | 35.0 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 759 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 5045 mg | 107% | |
*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.
