Vegetable Gumbo

This Vegetable Gumbo is a hearty and flavorful dish that showcases a medley of fresh vegetables simmered in a rich, spiced broth. Perfect for a comforting meal, it's completely dairy-free and packed with nutrients.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Okra - 150 grams, sliced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Bay leaf - 1
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cooked rice - for serving (optional)

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add sliced okra, diced zucchini, and diced carrot; cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes with their juices and the vegetable broth.
6. Add the bay leaf, thyme, paprika, cayenne pepper, and season with salt and black pepper.
7. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot.
8. Let the gumbo simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
9. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
10. Serve hot over cooked rice if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals, supporting overall health.

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