Crispy Oven Okra

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Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 lb. okra
  • 1 1/2 c. yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. pepper
  • 1/2 c. low-fat buttermilk
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°. Trim off stem ends of okra and cut into 1/2-inch slices. Combine yellow cornmeal, salt and pepper in a medium bowl; stir mixture well and set aside. Combine buttermilk and egg in a large bowl; add okra, stirring to coat. Let stand 10 minutes. Drain an dredge okra in cornmeal mixture. Place okra on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 450° for 40 minutes or until crispy, stirring occasionally. Yield: 12 servings.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

419 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.5g 11% DV
Total Fat 23.2g 30% DV
Carbs 48.8g 18% DV
Fiber 3.3g 12% DV
Sugar 2.5g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9873mg 100% DV
Potassium 340.3mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 67.3mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 38mcg 4% DV
Vitamin C 24.9mg 28% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 2% DV
Calcium 116mg 9% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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