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Okra and Tomato Soup

A classic vegetable soup featuring tender sliced okra simmered with juicy tomatoes and aromatic herbs.

40 minEasyServes 695 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 28 oz canned diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 lb fresh or frozen okra, sliced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 1 medium diced yellow onion, 2 diced celery stalks, and 4 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Stir in 28 oz canned diced tomatoes, 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then bring to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Add 1 lb sliced fresh or frozen okra and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until tender.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Okra and Tomato Soup?

As written, 40 minutes: 15 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (20 minutes): "Add 1 lb sliced fresh or frozen okra and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until tender."

Is Okra and Tomato Soup low-carb?

A serving of Okra and Tomato Soup carries 15 g of carbohydrate, 5 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 75 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 15 percent.

How many calories are in Okra and Tomato Soup?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 95 calories, with 3 g protein, 15 g carbohydrate and 4 g fat, plus 5 g fiber and 550 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Okra and Tomato Soup keep?

Refrigerate Okra and Tomato Soup for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

Can I halve or double Okra and Tomato Soup?

Yes. As written it serves 6. Halved, the olive oil drops from 2 tbsp to 1 tbsp; doubled, it is 4 tbsp. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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