Okra Walnut Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nutritious Okra Walnut Salad, a unique blend of roasted okra, crunchy toasted walnuts, and juicy cherry tomatoes, all tied together with a zesty homemade vinaigrette. Perfectly balanced with a touch of honey and Dijon mustard, this delightful dish features layers of texture and flavor, from the crisp edges of oven-roasted okra to the subtle sharpness of fresh red onion and parsley. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare but also packed with wholesome goodness, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious food lovers. Enjoy it as a light main course, a show-stopping side dish, or the star of your next brunch spread. Whether you're a fan of fresh ingredients or looking for a creative way to use okra, this salad is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams fresh okra
• 1 cup walnuts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 100 grams cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Rinse the okra and pat it dry with a kitchen towel. Slice off the stems and cut the okra into 1-inch pieces.

Step 3

Spread the okra on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season lightly with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the okra for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through. The okra should be tender with slightly crispy edges.

Step 5

Meanwhile, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside to cool.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.

Step 7

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and thinly slice the red onion. Chop the fresh parsley finely.

Step 8

In a large mixing bowl, combine the roasted okra, toasted walnuts, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.

Step 9

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.

Step 10

Serve immediately or let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy your fresh and crunchy Okra Walnut Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	680.2 grams (680.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1348

Total Fat 122.30g	157%
Saturated Fat 14.00g	70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 60.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1333mg	58%
Total Carbohydrate 57.40g	21%
Dietary Fiber 20.40g	73%
Total Sugars 19.50g
Protein 26.10g	52%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 406mg	31%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 1864mg	40%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.7%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 16.0%