Marinated Broccoli Carrots

Brighten up your table with this refreshing and tangy Marinated Broccoli Carrots recipe! Crisp broccoli florets and tender carrot slices are lightly blanched and then soaked in a zesty homemade vinaigrette made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey for balance. A touch of garlic and optional red pepper flakes add depth and a subtle kick, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley brings vibrant color and herbaceous notes to each bite. Perfect as a make-ahead side dish, this healthy and flavorful recipe is ideal for summer picnics, potlucks, or meal prep. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a versatile, veggie-packed addition to your menu!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 2 cups carrots, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and prepare a large bowl of ice water.

Step 2

Blanch the broccoli florets and carrot slices in the boiling water for 2 minutes, then immediately transfer them to the ice water to stop cooking. Drain well and set aside.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using, to create the vinaigrette.

Step 4

Place the drained broccoli and carrots in a large mixing bowl. Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.

Step 5

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the vegetables to absorb the marinade.

Step 6

Before serving, garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	877.1 grams (877.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	716

Total Fat 45.10g	58%
Saturated Fat 7.10g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1698mg	74%
Total Carbohydrate 71.20g	26%
Dietary Fiber 21.40g	76%
Total Sugars 31.10g
Protein 14.20g	28%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 333mg	26%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 2564mg	55%

*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: 54.3%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 38.1%