Okra

Okra is the edible green pod commonly used across West African, South Asian, Middle Eastern and Southern U.S. cuisines; it’s often stewed, fried, or used to thicken soups and gumbos thanks to its mucilaginous texture. Producers and cooks know it as a versatile vegetable—sometimes called "lady's fingers"—that holds shape when cooked and pairs well with tomatoes, spices and citrus. In nutrition terms, Okra is a low-calorie vegetable that provides notable amounts of dietary fiber — 3.2g per 100g — along with modest protein and vitamin C and K content; it’s very low in fat and sodium. This combination makes it a useful ingredient for adding bulk and micronutrients to a meal without many calories. Overall, Okra delivers good quality plant protein for a vegetable and helps with satiety because of its fiber and gel-forming properties; it also contributes antioxidants and minerals typical of green vegetables, making it a healthful addition to mixed dishes and stews.Read more

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.25€/100g