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You are here: Home / Blog / Roasted Okra & Tomato Salad… The Last Taste of Summer

Roasted Okra & Tomato Salad… The Last Taste of Summer

August 28, 2014 by Marisa Moore

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If there’s anything that cements my southern food roots it’s my love for okra. I love okra any kind of way: in soup, stew, steamed whole or cut up, sautéed, fried and especially roasted! Though fried okra is delicious and the most common way you’ll find it in the south, roasting allows the okra flavor to shine. This way you also get the health benefits without added fat and calories.

As polarizing as it may be, this fuzzy green vegetable has a lot to offer. Okra is an excellent source of vitamin C and a good source of magnesium, folate and soluble fiber – the type that helps reduce blood cholesterol and the risk for heart disease.

If you’re still not feeling okra, there’s more. Okra does double duty in the kitchen. It provides a unique flavor and effortlessly thickens soups and stews. “The slime” that so many people hate is what gives okra its thickening power. If that part bothers you, there is a way to get around it. Don’t overcook it.

In this recipe, I pair okra with tomatoes – a classic combination that’s best enjoyed in the summer.

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Roasted Okra & Tomato Salad from www.marisamoore.com Okra is in season when it’s hot in the south, from May to October. When all of the peaches, blueberries and sweet corn are done for the year, okra is still going strong.

Okra and tomatoes is a match made in heaven. If that’s not your thing, try it with corn, peppers, onions or a bit of lemon or vinegar for extra flavor. If you’ve sworn off okra… give it one more chance with my recipe for easy roasted okra and tomato salad.

Print Recipe

Roasted Okra & Tomato Salad

Prep Time2 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh whole okra
  • ½ pint grape tomatoes
  • 1 T extra virgin olive oil
  • Coarse salt
  • Fresh cracked black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Wash and dry the okra and tomatoes.
  • Place the vegetables on a baking sheet, leaving plenty of space between each piece. Drizzle with olive oil. Roll the vegetables around for even distribution.
  • Sprinkle on the salt and pepper to taste.
  • Roast the okra and tomatoes for 15 minutes, turning once.
  • Remove from the oven and enjoy as a warm snack or side dish.

Notes

Notes:
Using fresh, good quality okra is the key to the success of this recipe. I’ve had the best results getting the okra from my farmers market and cooking it within 1 day. Select smaller pods with bright green color. These are the most tender and flavorful. Avoid the larger pods which tend to be tough and woody.
For extra flavor, add ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning before roasting. Choose a blend without salt.
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  1. TwinToddlersDad

    August 28, 2014 at 8:39 pm

    We love okra! I wonder if it is possible to grill okra or will it be totally weird? I guess we will need to try it out!

    Reply
    • Marisa

      August 28, 2014 at 8:56 pm

      I’ve never tried to grill it but I’m sure you can. It won’t take long to cook and that smoky flavor would be delicious!

      Reply
  2. Kara Lydon

    August 29, 2014 at 11:20 am

    I’ve always wanted to use okra! Thanks for sharing this recipe that makes cooking with okra look so easy!

    Reply
    • Marisa

      August 29, 2014 at 12:54 pm

      You’re welcome! It’s so very easy. Perfect for first timers!

      Reply
  3. Genevieve Yam

    August 29, 2014 at 2:38 pm

    I LOVE okra! I love the texture and taste and I love any dish that involves okra. Yum 🙂

    Reply
    • Marisa

      August 29, 2014 at 2:48 pm

      Such a unique flavor – can’t really get it any other way.

      Reply
  4. Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits

    August 30, 2014 at 1:29 pm

    I’ve been looking for new ways to eat okra. Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply

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Hi! I'm Marisa, a registered dietitian nutritionist living in Atlanta, GA. I use this blog to share (mostly) vegetarian recipes, credible nutrition information and a peek into my Southern roots and travels!
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