Heart-Healthy Traditional Brazilian Vinagrete
Bright, zesty, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Heart-Healthy Traditional Brazilian Vinagrete is the perfect addition to your meals. Inspired by the classic Brazilian condiment, this recipe combines a colorful medley of diced tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, green bell peppers, and red onions, enhanced by fresh parsley and optional cilantro for a vibrant herbal touch. A tangy dressing made with fresh lime juice, red wine vinegar, and heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil ties it all together, making it not only delicious but also great for maintaining a balanced diet. Simple to prepare in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this versatile recipe serves as a refreshing side dish or topping for grilled meats, roasted fish, or salads. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients, it's an easy and wholesome way to bring Brazilian flair to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium (diced) Tomatoes
- 1 small (finely chopped) Red onion
- 1 medium (diced) Green bell pepper
- 1 small (diced, skin on) Cucumber
- 3 tablespoons (finely chopped) Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons (finely chopped) Fresh cilantro (optional)
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 clove (minced) Garlic (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry all vegetables and herbs before preparing.
Dice the tomatoes into small cubes and place them in a medium mixing bowl.
Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Dice the green bell pepper and cucumber into small, uniform pieces and add them to the mixing bowl.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and optional cilantro, if using, and stir into the vegetable mixture.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the fresh lime juice, red wine vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil to create the dressing.
Season the dressing with ground black pepper and stir in the minced garlic, if desired.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and stir gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
Allow the mixture to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
Serve as a topping for grilled meats, roasted fish, or over a bed of greens as a refreshing salad accompaniment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
533 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1363 mg | 29% | |
*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.
