Marinated Vegetable Salad with Italian Dressing
Experience the vibrant flavors of our Marinated Vegetable Salad with Italian Dressing, a delightful and colorful dish perfect for any occasion. This salad combines an assortment of fresh vegetables that soak up the tangy and herb-infused dressing, making it a nutrient-packed option for your next picnic, potluck, or meal prep. With its quick preparation time and adaptability to various ingredients, this salad is both easy to make and deliciously satisfying. Enjoy it on its own, alongside grilled chicken, or as part of a buffet spread. The refreshing crunch of vegetables makes it the ideal side dish for any meal!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small head broccoli (cut into florets)
- ½ small head cauliflower (cut into florets)
- 8 oz cherry tomatoes
- 1 small red onion (sliced)
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (sliced)
- 12 baby carrots (diced)
- 1 can water chestnuts (sliced)
- 1 can pitted black olives (sliced)
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- â…“ cup red apple vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1½ tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, red onion, mushrooms, carrots, water chestnuts, and black olives.
- In a mason jar, mix vegetable oil, vinegar, garlic, sugar, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and salt. Secure the lid and shake well until combined.
- Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg