Whole30 Seafood Gumbo

Dive into a bowl of hearty, flavor-packed comfort with this Whole30 Seafood Gumbo! This wholesome take on the classic Southern dish is bursting with tender shrimp, flaky white fish, and succulent crab meat, simmered in a rich, savory broth made from seafood stock and crushed tomatoes. Loaded with fresh vegetables like okra, bell peppers, and celery, and seasoned with Whole30-compliant Cajun spices, this gumbo delivers a mouthwatering balance of spice and freshness. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prep, this one-pot recipe comes together in just over an hour and is free of grains, dairy, and added sugars, making it ideal for anyone following the Whole30 program. Serve it garnished with vibrant parsley and green onions for a hearty, wholesome meal that’s as nutritious as it is satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Add the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, seafood stock, and bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5

Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Add the sautéed okra back into the pot along with the cajun seasoning, shrimp, white fish, and crab meat. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Continue to simmer for another 15 minutes or until the seafood is cooked through and the flavors have melded together.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Step 10

Garnish the gumbo with fresh parsley and green onions before serving.

Step 11

Serve the gumbo hot, and enjoy a hearty, Whole30-compliant meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3221.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1792.0

Total Fat 57.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 1200.9mg	0%
Sodium 7854.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.4g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 256.0g	0%

Vitamin D 181.4IU	0%
Calcium 989.1mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 6553.9mg	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: 28.0%

Protein: 55.6%

Carbs: 16.4%