Sugar-Free Seafood Gumbo

Dive into the delightful flavors of this Sugar-Free Seafood Gumbo, a wholesome twist on the classic Creole dish. Packed with premium seafood like shrimp, crab meat, and scallops, this hearty gumbo is brimming with fresh, nutrient-rich vegetables, including okra, bell peppers, celery, and onions, simmered in a savory seafood stock. Seasoned to perfection with Cajun spices, thyme, and garlic, the flavors meld beautifully for a satisfying, sugar-free meal. Ideal for those seeking a low-sugar, high-protein option, this gumbo is as healthy as it is scrumptious. Serve it piping hot, garnished with fresh parsley and green onions, for a comforting dish that’s perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. Ready in just over an hour, this one-pot wonder is sure to become a staple in your seafood recipe collection!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 cups okra, sliced
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes, no sugar added
• 4 cups seafood stock
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon ground thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0 salt to taste
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 ounces crab meat
• 8 ounces scallops
• 0.25 cup chopped parsley
• 0.25 cup sliced green onions

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add sliced okra and sauté until it begins to brown and lose its stickiness, about 10 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the chopped onion, green bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 more minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, and stir well to combine with the vegetables.

Step 5

Add the seafood stock to the pot along with the bay leaves, cajun seasoning, thyme, and black pepper. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and let cook for 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop.

Step 7

Stir in the shrimp, crab meat, and scallops. Cook until the seafood is opaque and cooked through, approximately 7-10 minutes.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed. Remove and discard the bay leaves.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped parsley and sliced green onions before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot in bowls and enjoy your sugar-free seafood gumbo!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3212.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1547.4

Total Fat 41.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 1073.9mg	0%
Sodium 9575.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.0g	0%
Total Sugars 31.7g
Protein 210.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1020.7mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 5576.0mg	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: 23.4%

Protein: 52.8%

Carbs: 23.8%