Okra and Tomatoes
Okra and tomatoes make a mouthwatering combination in this easy-to-make side dish. Try it with your favorite protein or as a standalone meal.
Ingredients
- 4 strips bacon
- ½ cup chopped onions
- 1 ½ pounds okra, washed and sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- 4 large tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 1 ½ tsp kosher salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Arrange the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to paper towels to drain.4 strips bacon
- Add the chopped onions to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes or until translucent. Add the okra, tomatoes, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes, if using; stir to combine and simmer for 20 minutes or until the okra is tender. Taste and adjust the seasonings.1/2 cup chopped onions | 1 1/2 pounds okra | 4 large tomatoes | 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt | 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper | 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Transfer the okra and tomatoes to a serving dish. Crumble the bacon and sprinkle it over the dish.
- Garnish with parsley if desired, and serve immediately.Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Nutrition
Calories: 126kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 693mgPotassium: 675mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1828IUVitamin C: 44mgCalcium: 109mgIron: 1mg
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
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