Traditional Brazilian Vinagrete
Brighten up your table with the vibrant flavors of Traditional Brazilian Vinagrete, a refreshing salsa-style condiment that's a staple at Brazilian churrascos. Loaded with chopped ripe tomatoes, crisp onion, and a colorful mix of green and red bell peppers, this recipe delivers a burst of freshness in every bite. Enhanced by a zesty dressing made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, parsley, and just a hint of sugar, this quick and easy no-cook side dish takes only 20 minutes to prepare. Perfect for serving alongside grilled meats or as a tangy topping for sandwiches and salads, the vinagrete is a versatile addition to any meal. Let the flavors mingle for a few minutes before serving to achieve its full aromatic potential—it’s a taste of Brazil that’s guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 medium onion
- 1 medium green bell pepper
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Begin by washing all the fresh produce thoroughly.
Dice the tomatoes into small cubes and place them into a large mixing bowl.
Peel and finely chop the onion, then add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Remove the seeds and core from the green and red bell peppers. Chop them into small pieces and add to the bowl.
Finely chop the parsley and add it to the vegetable mix in the bowl.
In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, sugar, and water. Whisk until the dressing is well emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the chopped vegetables and toss everything together until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Let the vinagrete sit for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate it until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Stir the vinagrete well before serving. Serve it alongside grilled meats or as a zesty topping for your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
586 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.6 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1214 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1506 mg | 32% | |
*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.
