Whole30 Grilled Okra with Lemon and Garlic
Elevate your summer grilling game with this vibrant Whole30 Grilled Okra with Lemon and Garlic recipe—an easy and nutritious side dish that's packed with smoky, zesty, and garlicky goodness. Perfect for health-conscious eaters, this recipe pairs fresh okra pods with olive oil, tangy lemon juice and zest, and fragrant minced garlic, seasoned with sea salt and black pepper for a balanced flavor profile. Each piece of okra is grilled to tender perfection, boasting a delightful char and a burst of citrus. Finished with a sprinkle of parsley for added freshness, this dish is Whole30 compliant, gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and ready in just 25 minutes. Whether you're serving it alongside grilled proteins or enjoying it as a standalone veggie dish, this quick yet impressive recipe is bound to become a go-to favorite for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh okra
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lemon
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley
Instructions
Rinse the fresh okra under cool running water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Trim the tips and stems lightly, taking care not to cut into the pods.
In a large mixing bowl, place the okra pods and drizzle them with olive oil. Toss to coat all the okra evenly.
Zest the lemon and set the zest aside. Then, cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into the bowl over the okra. Toss the okra once more to combine.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the okra, followed by the sea salt and black pepper. Mix well to ensure an even distribution of ingredients.
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Once the grill is hot, place the okra in a single layer. Use tongs to position them so that they grill evenly.
Grill the okra for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they develop grill marks and are tender to the bite.
Transfer the grilled okra to a serving platter.
Garnish with the reserved lemon zest and sprinkle fresh parsley over the top before serving.
Serve immediately while the okra is warm and enjoy this flavorful, Whole30 compliant dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2365 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 419 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1529 mg | 33% | |
*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.
