Marinated Garden Vegetables

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and healthy Marinated Garden Vegetables recipe! Bursting with fresh zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, carrots, and red onion, this colorful medley is brought to life with a zesty marinade made from olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and aromatic herbs like parsley and basil. A hint of sweetness from honey balances the tangy flavors, while minced garlic adds a savory depth. With no cooking required, this easy, make-ahead dish is perfect as a chilled appetizer or a refreshing side for summer barbecues, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Marinate these crisp vegetables for at least two hours (or overnight!) to let the flavors meld beautifully. Healthy, flavorful, and effortlessly elegant, this garden-fresh recipe is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 medium Zucchini
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 small Red onion
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 2 large Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.

Step 2

Slice the zucchini into thin rounds and set aside.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes and set aside.

Step 4

Cut the red bell pepper into thin strips and set aside.

Step 5

Peel the carrots and cut them into thin matchstick-sized pieces.

Step 6

Thinly slice the red onion into rounds.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, parsley, basil, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.

Step 8

In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, carrots, and red onion.

Step 9

Pour the marinade over the vegetables, tossing gently to ensure they're evenly coated.

Step 10

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for a more intense flavor).

Step 11

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

Step 12

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1186.5 grams (1186.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	887

Total Fat 58.70g	75%
Saturated Fat 9.20g	46%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5031mg	219%
Total Carbohydrate 83.80g	30%
Dietary Fiber 15.50g	55%
Total Sugars 56.70g
Protein 11.20g	22%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 223mg	17%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 2495mg	53%

*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: 58.2%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 36.9%