Tomato-Braised Okra Skillet
Tomato-Braised Okra Skillet brings tender, silky okra together with stewed and diced tomatoes for a balance of saucy richness and bright, chunky texture. Onion, garlic, and a touch of cayenne add warmth and gentle heat, making it a comforting side for weeknight dinners or a vibrant addition to a Southern-inspired spread.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Tomato-Braised Okra Skillet, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 30 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 69
- Heart Health
- 87
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 39
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 56
- General Wellness
- 1
Coat the bottom of a skillet by swirling in olive oil; set over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and cayenne pepper; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the green pepper and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Stir in the frozen okra and cook for 5 minutes. Add both the stewed and diced tomatoes, then season with salt and pepper. Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer until all the vegetables are heated through and tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Calories 154.22 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 4.03 g Low Source 8%
- Carbohydrate 27.16 g 10%
- Total Fat 4.51 g Moderate 6%
- Saturated Fat 0.64 g Low Source 3%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.46 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 275.13 mg Moderate 12%
- Dietary Fiber 8.31 g Good Source 30%
- Total Sugars 10.47 g --
- Added Sugars 0.18 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 68.77 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 2.4 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 632.98 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin A 65.57 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 31.01 mg Good Source 34%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Tomato Braised Okra Skillet is a Cajun and Creole side dish recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Diced Onion, Diced Tomatoes, and Frozen Raspberries. Each serving provides about 154.22 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Tomato-Braised Okra Skillet?
- It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Tomato-Braised Okra Skillet made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Diced Onion, Diced Tomatoes, Frozen Raspberries, Green Bell Pepper. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Tomato-Braised Okra Skillet?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 154.22 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Tomato-Braised Okra Skillet easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Tomato-Braised Okra Skillet healthy?
- Tomato-Braised Okra Skillet has an easyChef Pro health score of 55/100. Per serving, it provides 154.22 calories and 4.03 g of protein, or 8% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 275.13 mg (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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