Crunchy Marinated Vegetables for Two

Brighten up your meal with these *Crunchy Marinated Vegetables for Two*, a colorful and refreshing side dish that's as healthy as it is flavorful. Packed with crisp carrots, celery, red bell pepper, and tender broccoli, this no-cook recipe comes to life with a tangy homemade marinade featuring white vinegar, olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard, accented by a hint of garlic and oregano. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time (plus marinating), this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a vibrant snack. Serve these marinated vegetables cold to enjoy their satisfying crunch and zesty flavor—a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy in every bite. Ideal for two, this simple recipe makes adding veggies to your day a delightful experience while promoting healthy eating.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 medium carrot
• 2 stalks celery stalk
• 0.5 medium red bell pepper
• 1 cup broccoli
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all the vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Peel the carrot and cut it into thin sticks, approximately 2 inches long.

Step 3

Cut the celery stalks into similar-sized sticks as the carrots.

Step 4

Remove the seeds and stem from the red bell pepper and slice it into thin strips.

Step 5

Cut the broccoli into small florets, ensuring they're bite-sized.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, prepare the marinade by whisking together the white vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 7

Place the prepared vegetables into a large bowl or resealable plastic bag.

Step 8

Pour the marinade over the vegetables and toss well to coat every piece evenly.

Step 9

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or seal the bag, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop.

Step 10

Before serving, toss the vegetables again to redistribute the marinade.

Step 11

Serve cold as a crunchy and refreshing side dish or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(430.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	410.9

Total Fat 30.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1053.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 6.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 144.4mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 1014.6mg	0%

*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: 66.4%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 27.6%