Brighten up your meal with these *Crunchy Marinated Vegetables for Two*, a colorful and refreshing side dish that's as healthy as it is flavorful. Packed with crisp carrots, celery, red bell pepper, and tender broccoli, this no-cook recipe comes to life with a tangy homemade marinade featuring white vinegar, olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard, accented by a hint of garlic and oregano. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time (plus marinating), this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a vibrant snack. Serve these marinated vegetables cold to enjoy their satisfying crunch and zesty flavorβa perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy in every bite. Ideal for two, this simple recipe makes adding veggies to your day a delightful experience while promoting healthy eating.
Wash all the vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.
Peel the carrot and cut it into thin sticks, approximately 2 inches long.
Cut the celery stalks into similar-sized sticks as the carrots.
Remove the seeds and stem from the red bell pepper and slice it into thin strips.
Cut the broccoli into small florets, ensuring they're bite-sized.
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the marinade by whisking together the white vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Place the prepared vegetables into a large bowl or resealable plastic bag.
Pour the marinade over the vegetables and toss well to coat every piece evenly.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or seal the bag, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop.
Before serving, toss the vegetables again to redistribute the marinade.
Serve cold as a crunchy and refreshing side dish or snack.
Calories |
411 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1054 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.2 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1015 mg | 22% | |
*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.