Gluten-Free Okra and Tomatoes Soup

Warm, hearty, and brimming with wholesome flavors, this Gluten-Free Okra and Tomatoes Soup is a comforting dish that’s perfect for any season. Featuring tender slices of fresh okra paired with ripe, juicy tomatoes, this recipe delivers a medley of rich, earthy goodness in every spoonful. Enhanced with aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, along with vibrant red bell peppers and celery, this soup achieves a perfect balance of savory and smoky notes. Simmered in a flavorful vegetable broth, it's naturally gluten-free and ideal for those seeking a healthy, plant-based meal option. Easy to prepare in just under an hour and topped with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, this soup is a soul-warming dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, serve it hot with a side of gluten-free bread or your favorite salad for a complete, satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 cups, sliced fresh okra
• 4 medium, diced ripe tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 diced red bell pepper
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced okra to the pot, stirring frequently, and cook for 5 minutes until it starts to soften.

Step 5

Incorporate the diced tomatoes, red bell pepper, and celery into the pot, mixing well.

Step 6

Pour the vegetable broth into the pot and stir to combine all the ingredients.

Step 7

Season the soup with ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Add the bay leaf to the pot and bring the soup to a gentle boil.

Step 9

Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf and taste the soup, adjusting seasoning if necessary.

Step 11

Garnish the soup with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 12

Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2627.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1043.5

Total Fat 40.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5049.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.2g	0%
Total Sugars 52.9g
Protein 37.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 797.9mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 5990.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.7%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 53.9%