Roasted Okra

Okra is a good source of fiber, folic acid, vitamin B6 and other nutrients but it is generally fried or cooked in a lot of oil, which the okra absorbs. This recipe uses barely any oil and couldn't be easier, but does not disappoint as far as taste is concerned. A delicious and healthy side dish!

Serves: 2 (about 60-65 calories per serving)

Ingredients:

18-20 okra pod, sliced 1/3 inch thick

Olive oil/oil spray

Salt, to taste

Black pepper powder, to taste

Chat masala, to taste (optional)

Preheat oven to about 425 F (220 C). Line a baking sheet/tray with foil and spray with oil. Arrange okra in one layer and spray over it with oil (or drizzle with a little olive oil). Sprinkle with salt, pepper and chat masala. Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes. Then broil for a minute (keep a close eye on the okra because it can burn easily). Take out into a dish and cool for a couple of minutes before serving.

Serving suggestion: Pour 'raita' over the okra. For raita: take 1/2 cup of yogurt and add 1/2 tsp garlic paste and salt (optional: cumin powder, red chili powder, black pepper powder). Add a little water to make yogurt a bit thinner in consistency (but not too watery).