Marinated Vegetable Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with color, this Marinated Vegetable Salad is a must-try for your next meal! Packed with crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, crunchy bell peppers, and vibrant carrots, this dish celebrates the best of fresh, raw veggies. Tossed in a tangy homemade vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey, this salad offers a perfect balance of zesty, sweet, and savory flavors. The quick marinating time lets the vegetables soak in all the deliciousness, while chopped fresh parsley adds a pop of herbaceous flair. Ready in just 25 minutes with no cooking required, this easy side dish is the ultimate healthy, make-ahead recipe for barbecues, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. It's vegetarian-friendly and completely customizable—perfect to pair with your favorite mains!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 2 medium Bell peppers (mixed colors)
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber and slice it into thin rounds or half-moons. Add to the bowl.

Step 4

Core and dice the bell peppers into bite-sized pieces. Add to the bowl.

Step 5

Peel the red onion and slice it into thin rings or half-moons. Add to the bowl.

Step 6

Peel and julienne the carrots, or use a vegetable peeler to create thin ribbons. Add these to the bowl.

Step 7

Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the vegetables.

Step 8

In a small jar or bowl, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake the jar vigorously to create a smooth vinaigrette.

Step 9

Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

Step 10

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 11

Once marinated, give the salad a final toss before serving. Enjoy as a refreshing side dish or appetizer!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1012.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	660.1

Total Fat 45.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1415.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 37.5g
Protein 8.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 172.0mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 2013.2mg	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: 58.6%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 36.3%