Easy Marinated Vegetables
A vibrant medley of crisp-tender vegetables, lightly kissed with an Italian-style dressing. This versatile dish shines as a refreshing salad, a delightful appetizer, or a colorful addition to any grazing board. Consider enhancing it with briny Greek olives, creamy feta, or the sweet whisper of thinly sliced Maui or Walla Walla onion for an unforgettable flavor experience.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
10 g
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Fiber
3 g
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Protein
3 g
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Saturated Fat
1 g
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Sodium
278 mg
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Sugar
4 g
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Fat
5 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. (5 minutes)
02 Step
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2 mins
Carefully add the broccoli and cauliflower florets to the boiling water and blanch for precisely one minute. This brief cooking time ensures a vibrant color and crisp-tender texture. (2 minutes)
03 Step
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3 mins
Immediately drain the blanched florets and rinse under cold running water to halt the cooking process. This step is crucial for maintaining the vegetables' appealing crunch. (3 minutes)
04 Step
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5 mins
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the blanched broccoli and cauliflower with the bell pepper, cucumber, and carrot. (5 minutes)
05 Step
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2 mins
Pour the Italian-style salad dressing over the vegetables, ensuring even coating. Gently toss to combine. (2 minutes)
06 Step
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1 hrs
Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld and the vegetables to marinate. For a more intense flavor, marinate for up to 4 hours. (60 minutes)
For best results, use fresh, high-quality vegetables.
Adjust the amount of salad dressing to your liking. Start with less and add more as needed.
The marinated vegetables can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Experiment with different types of vegetables, such as zucchini, yellow squash, or red onion.
To add a touch of heat, include a pinch of red pepper flakes.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.3/ 5 ( 51 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
Lucile Wyman
Jun 17, 2025This recipe is so easy and versatile! I love that I can customize it with whatever vegetables I have on hand.
Lincoln Boyer
Jun 15, 2025The blanching step is key! It makes the broccoli and cauliflower perfectly crisp-tender.
Katarina Huel
Oct 17, 2024Marinating overnight made the flavors even better!
Damion Mckenzie
Jun 2, 2024I added some feta cheese and olives, and it was a huge hit at my party!
Jaylin Kassulke
Dec 6, 2023This is my new go-to side dish!