Colorful Vegetable Salad 🥗
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Description:
This vibrant vegetable salad is a delightful medley of flavors and textures, perfect as a refreshing side dish. With just a bit of cooking required for the carrots and eggs, the rest of the ingredients are simply diced, shredded, tossed, and ready to enjoy! It’s a quick and easy recipe, ideal for those busy days when you want something healthy and delicious on the table in no time.
Ingredients:
- 2 carrots
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, shredded
- 2 cups cabbage, shredded
- 2 green peppers, diced
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper
- 1/8 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
- Optional: sliced olives for garnish
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bring 1 ½ quarts of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. |
| 2 | Add the carrots to the boiling water and cook for 5 minutes until they are slightly tender. |
| 3 | Drain the carrots in a colander under running water until they are cool. |
| 4 | Transfer the cooled carrots to a large serving bowl. |
| 5 | Add the shredded lettuce, cabbage, diced green pepper, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the carrots. |
| 6 | In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined. |
| 7 | Add the finely chopped onion and mayonnaise to the dressing mixture, whisking until smooth. |
| 8 | Pour the mayonnaise dressing over the vegetables in the serving bowl, tossing gently to coat them evenly. |
| 9 | Sprinkle the chopped hard-boiled egg over the top of the salad. |
| 10 | Optionally, garnish with sliced olives for extra flavor and visual appeal. |
| 11 | Serve immediately and enjoy this colorful and flavorful vegetable salad! |
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 162.3 per serving
- Fat Content: 11.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 23.3mg
- Sodium Content: 621.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 15.1g
- Fiber Content: 3.5g
- Sugar Content: 10.6g
- Protein Content: 2.1g
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to customize this salad with your favorite vegetables or add-ons.
- This salad can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to serve.
- Ensure the hard-boiled eggs are cooled before chopping and adding them to the salad.
- For a lighter version, you can reduce the amount of mayonnaise used in the dressing.
- Experiment with different types of vinegar or herbs to adjust the flavor according to your preferences.
This vegetable salad recipe is not only quick and easy to make but also bursting with nutrients and flavors, making it a perfect addition to any meal or occasion! Enjoy the freshness and crunch of the colorful vegetables tossed in a creamy dressing, creating a harmony of tastes that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re serving it alongside grilled meats, as part of a picnic spread, or simply enjoying it on its own, this salad is sure to be a hit with family and friends alike! 🌟
