Colorful Vegetarian Gumbo: A Hearty Southern Classic Recipe

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (60g) vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 1 cup (150g) okra, sliced
• 1 can (14.5 oz or 410g) diced tomatoes (including juices)
• 4 cups (960ml) vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 green onions, sliced
• Fresh parsley, chopped