How to Make Lemony Grilled Okra - A Step-by-Step Guide

Okra, also known as lady's fingers, is a highly nutritious and versatile vegetable that is often overlooked in many kitchens. With its unique texture and mild flavor, okra can be prepared in a variety of ways, from frying and boiling to pickling and grilling. One of the most delicious and refreshing ways to enjoy okra is by grilling it and adding a zesty lemony flavor.

This Lemony Grilled Okra recipe is the perfect way to showcase the natural flavors of this underappreciated vegetable...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound okra, stems trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, or more as needed
  • 1 pinch paprika, or to taste
  • 1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • ¼ teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Toss okra with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.
  • Grill okra on the preheated grill until 1 side is bright green with visible grill marks, about 5 minutes. Turn okra, cover grill, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer okra to a serving bowl; sprinkle with lemon juice, rosemary, and thyme.
  • Nutrition

    45 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 32mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 62mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 236mg