Mixed Pepper Salad
Bright, colorful, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Mixed Pepper Salad is the ultimate quick and healthy side dish for any meal. Featuring a trio of crisp red, yellow, and green bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and refreshing cucumber slices, this salad is as visually appealing as it is delicious. A touch of thinly sliced red onion and a sprinkle of fresh parsley add depth and herbaceous notes, all brought together by a tangy homemade vinaigrette made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey for sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this vibrant vegetable medley is perfect for summer barbecues, light lunches, or meal prep. Serve it chilled for a refreshing, crunchy bite that’s packed with nutrients and flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Red bell pepper
- 1 piece Yellow bell pepper
- 1 piece Green bell pepper
- 1 piece English cucumber
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 piece Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
Slice the red, yellow, and green bell peppers into thin strips and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Cut the English cucumber in half lengthwise, then slice into half-moons. Add to the bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl.
Chop the parsley finely and sprinkle it over the vegetables.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
Pour the vinaigrette over the mixed vegetables, then toss everything together until well combined and evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.7 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1337 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.3 g | ||
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2124 mg | 45% | |
*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.
