Oven-Baked Okra Recipe
This oven-baked okra is an easy vegan vegetable side dish that's perfect when you're craving something a little different. This dish is a great option for entertaining and can be prepared in advance.
Servings: 4
Calories: 68kcal
Equipment
- Sheet pan
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh okra (chopped, width-wise)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Rinse and dry the okra.
- Trim the stem side off the okra, then cut the okra in half, width-wise.
- Place on a parchment paper lined baking tray.
- Add the olive oil, sesame seeds, garlic, salt, and pepper on top of the okra and toss with your hands to ensure the okra is thoroughly coated.
- Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit, pausing after 15 minutes to shake the tray a bit so that the okra rolls around on the tray.
Notes
- Be sure to shake the baking tray halfway through the baking process to ensure even cooking.
- Cutting the okra in half before roasting prevents it from turning out slimy.
- Store this oven-baked okra in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Nutrition
Calories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 153mg | Potassium: 299mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 716IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 1mg