Brazilian Vinaigrette
Bright, zesty, and bursting with fresh flavors, Brazilian Vinaigrette is the perfect accompaniment to elevate any meal with its vibrant combination of diced Roma tomatoes, crisp green bell peppers, and tangy red onions. Infused with fresh parsley and a zippy dressing made from white vinegar, lime juice, and extra virgin olive oil, this versatile condiment is a staple in Brazilian cuisine, often served alongside grilled meats, rice, or iconic dishes like feijoada. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make recipe delivers a refreshing balance of tartness and crunch, making it an ideal side or topping for your next barbecue or weeknight dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium (diced) Roma tomatoes
- 1 medium (diced) Green bell pepper
- 1 medium (diced) Red onion
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons White vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (adjust to taste) Ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Dice the Roma tomatoes, green bell pepper, and red onion into small, evenly-sized pieces to ensure consistent texture and flavor throughout the vinaigrette.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and set it aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, bell pepper, and onion.
Add the chopped parsley to the bowl and stir gently to mix the vegetables and herbs together.
In a small separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the white vinegar, olive oil, lime juice, water, salt, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and stir gently to coat everything evenly. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper if needed.
Let the vinaigrette sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve fresh alongside grilled meats, rice, or traditional Brazilian dishes like feijoada. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2387 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.7 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1086 mg | 23% | |
*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.
