Recipe of the Week: Spicy Roasted Okra

by | Oct 4, 2018 | Recipe of the Week | 0 comments

Did you know that legumes, when eaten 4 times per week, can decrease your risk of heart disease by twenty percent? Okra, which contains a mere 30 calories per cup and 7 carbs, are another delicious legume without much in the way of carbohydrates. Enjoy this delicious recipe from Genius Kitchen.

Remember, beans are also delicious legumes but are higher in carbs than okra and string beans, so be sure to take it easy.

Recipe Information:

Serves: 4

Estimated Total Prep Time: 25 min

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces small okra (whole ~ if using frozen okra, allow it to thaw, then blot dry)
  • 1 1/2  tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 lemon wedges (for garnish)

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
  2. Toss the okra with olive oil to coat.
  3. In a small bowl combine coriander, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper and salt.
  4. Toss okra with spiced salt mixture.
  5. Spread okra on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 12 to 15 minutes, or until tender, turning once.
  6. Serve immediately with lemon wedges (squeeze over each serving)!
  7. Makes four servings.