Whole30 Seafood Gumbo
Dive into the rich, bold flavors of this Whole30 Seafood Gumbo, a healthy twist on the classic Louisiana dish. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients, this gumbo features tender shrimp, flaky white fish, succulent crab meat, and sautéed okra, all simmered in a robust seafood stock infused with Cajun seasoning and aromatics like garlic, onion, and celery. A hearty medley of chopped vegetables and crushed tomatoes creates the perfect base for this savory stew, while a garnish of fresh parsley and green onions adds a burst of freshness. Whether you’re following a Whole30 program or seeking a clean, wholesome comfort dish, this gumbo is as satisfying as it is soul-warming. Ready in just over an hour, it’s perfect for a family meal or entertaining guests with a taste of Southern-inspired cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup okra, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups seafood stock
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning (Whole30 compliant)
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound white fish (e.g. cod), cut into chunks
- 8 ounces crab meat
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the okra and sauté for about 5 minutes until it begins to soften and the sliminess reduces. Remove okra from the pot and set aside.
In the same pot, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
Add the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, seafood stock, and bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the sautéed okra back into the pot along with the cajun seasoning, shrimp, white fish, and crab meat. Stir well to combine.
Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
Continue to simmer for another 15 minutes or until the seafood is cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
Remove the bay leaves before serving.
Garnish the gumbo with fresh parsley and green onions before serving.
Serve the gumbo hot, and enjoy a hearty, Whole30-compliant meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1792 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 57.2 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1201 mg | 400% | |
| Sodium | 7854 mg | 341% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.4 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.0 g | ||
| Protein | 256.0 g | 512% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 989 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 6554 mg | 139% | |
*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.
