Copper Pennies
Brighten up your table with Copper Pennies, a classic marinated carrot salad perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a tangy side dish to complement any meal. This vintage recipe combines tender carrot rounds, crisp green bell peppers, and sweet onions in a vibrant marinade of condensed tomato soup, white vinegar, and a hint of mustard for bold flavor. Its sweet and tangy dressing, infused with just the right balance of spices, makes it a delightful contrast to richer main courses. Ready in under 30 minutes of prep and chilled overnight, this make-ahead dish allows the flavors to deepen, creating a refreshing, retro-inspired side that’s truly unforgettable. Give this easy Copper Pennies recipe a try for a nostalgic twist packed with color and crunch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium carrots
- 1 medium green bell pepper
- 1 medium onion
- 10.75 ounces tomato soup (condensed)
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups white vinegar
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoons prepared mustard
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds about 1/4-inch thick.
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and add the sliced carrots. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until tender but still slightly firm. Drain and set aside to cool.
While the carrots are cooling, slice the green bell pepper into thin strips and peel and thinly slice the onion.
In a medium saucepan, combine the condensed tomato soup, granulated sugar, white vinegar, vegetable oil, prepared mustard, salt, and black pepper. Place over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked carrots, sliced bell pepper, and sliced onion. Pour the warm marinade over the vegetables and gently toss until well coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the mixture to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 12 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the mixture a gentle stir and serve chilled as a flavorful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.5 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3880 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.2 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 159.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2910 mg | 62% | |
*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.
