Okra is a popular food that can be cooked in many ways, but is this vegetable safe to eat while on the Paleo diet?
Yes! Okra is a vegetable and Paleo friendly, just be careful when using it with non-paleo ingredients in recipes.
Why is Okra Paleo Safe?
Okra is OK on Paleo because it is a vegetable and most veggies are allowed. Okra is high in many important nutrients and very healthy, just be careful of non-paleo ways of cooking it.
Our Final Say
We love Okra, it is super healthy and safe to eat on Paleo and most other diets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What about Pickled Okra?
Pickles Okra is NOT Paleo friendly because pickling is a man made process.
Is Fried Okra Paleo Friendly?
Fried Okra is NOT allowed to eat on Paleo because frying food is not a natural process and makes healthy foods like Okra unhealthy!
Estelle Russo
Paleo Lover
Hi there! My name is Estelle and I am a Paleo Lover! I like helping other people learn about the health benefits of the paleo diet.