Low Fat Hearty Okra Stew

Savor the comforting flavors of this **Low Fat Hearty Okra Stew**, a wholesome dish packed with vibrant vegetables and warming spices. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this easy-to-make stew highlights tender okra, juicy tomatoes, and nutrient-rich carrots, all simmered in an aromatic broth infused with cumin, paprika, and coriander. A splash of lemon juice and fresh parsley add a zesty finish to every spoonful. Ready in under an hour and low in fat, this stew is ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it piping hot with crusty bread or over your favorite grain for a satisfying meal bursting with bold flavors and healthy goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Okra, fresh
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 unit Onion, medium, finely chopped
• 3 unit Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 400 grams Tomatoes, canned, diced
• 500 milliliters Vegetable broth
• 1 unit Carrot, medium, sliced
• 1 unit Red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 unit Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, ground
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, fresh, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Start by washing the okra thoroughly. Trim the ends and slice into 1-inch pieces.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the cumin powder, paprika, and coriander powder. Stir well to coat the onions and garlic with the spices.

Step 6

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and the vegetable broth, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Add the sliced carrot, chopped red bell pepper, and okra to the pot. Stir everything together.

Step 8

Drop in the bay leaves, and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 35 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaves from the stew.

Step 11

Stir in the lemon juice and fresh parsley just before serving.

Step 12

Taste for seasoning and adjust if needed.

Step 13

Serve the okra stew hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1789.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	856.3

Total Fat 36.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g
Cholesterol 10mg	0%
Sodium 5021.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.6g	0%
Total Sugars 43.1g
Protein 28.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 711.6mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 4154.5mg	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: 34.8%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 53.1%