Marinated Vegetables

Bursting with vibrant flavors and colors, this Marinated Vegetables recipe is a fresh and healthy side dish that will elevate any meal. Featuring a medley of crisp red bell peppers, zucchini, yellow squash, cherry tomatoes, and red onion, these vegetables are brought to life with a zesty marinade crafted from extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a mix of fresh herbs like parsley and basil. Quick to prepare and requiring no cooking, this make-ahead dish is perfect for busy weeknights, summer barbecues, or potlucks. Allow the vegetables to chill and soak up the tangy, garlicky marinade for at least two hours, resulting in a bold and refreshing bite every time. Whether served as a standalone appetizer, a side for grilled meats, or a topping for salads, these marinated vegetables are as versatile as they are delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 whole red bell pepper
• 2 whole zucchini
• 1 whole yellow squash
• 1 whole red onion
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cups extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cups red wine vinegar
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water and pat dry.

Step 2

Cut the red bell peppers into thin strips, the zucchini and yellow squash into half-moon slices, and the red onion into thin wedges.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes and place all prepared vegetables into a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.

Step 5

Pour the marinade over the vegetables in the mixing bowl.

Step 6

Toss the vegetables gently but thoroughly to ensure all pieces are coated with the marinade.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the vegetables to an airtight container.

Step 8

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld, stirring halfway through to redistribute the marinade.

Step 9

Before serving, give the vegetables one final toss and arrange on a platter or serve directly from the mixing bowl.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1413.1 grams (1413.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1344

Total Fat 115.30g	148%
Saturated Fat 16.80g	84%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6127mg	266%
Total Carbohydrate 78.20g	28%
Dietary Fiber 16.60g	59%
Total Sugars 53.80g
Protein 13.20g	26%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 233mg	18%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 2734mg	58%

*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: 73.9%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 22.3%