Best 14 Easy Marinated Vegetable Salad Recipes

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Cooking a flavoursome and healthy marinated vegetable salad is an easy task that can be done in just a few simple steps. With the right combination of fresh vegetables, herbs, and a tangy marinade, you can create a vibrant and refreshing salad that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a colourful side dish, this guide will provide you with all the tips and tricks you need to make a delicious marinated vegetable salad that will impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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This easy marinated vegetable salad recipe is perfect for any type of gathering and is so easy to make using the Foodsaver Quick Marinator or just in a bowl! It's gluten free, dairy free, vegan, and loaded with flavour!

Provided by Christal Szcebel

Categories     Salads

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 heaping cup chopped broccoli florets
1 heaping cup chopped cauliflower florets
1 diced bell pepper
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup chopped baby corn
1 cup diced carrot
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
Juice from 1/2 lemon
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 heaping tablespoon Greek herb mix (with salt)
1 tablespoon jarred capers

Steps:

  • Add veggies to Quick Marinator container or a large bowl.
  • In a jar add all dressing ingredients, close tightly and shake vigorously until well mixed or emulsified (you could also use an immersion blender).
  • Pour the dressing over the vegetables, close the lid to the Quick Marinator, and shake to coat all the veggies with the dressing.
  • Place in the fridge to marinate for a minimum of 1 hour. Stir once again before serving.
  • If using the Foodsaver Quick Marintor follow the instructions to marinate using the vacuum attachment depending on the FoodSaver model you are using.
  • Once marinating time is up (as indicated on the Foodsaver), turn the dial on the Quick Marinator to release the air and open the container.
  • Transfer salad to a dish to serve or chill as preferred in the fridge.*

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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My mom's Marinated Vegetable Salad is a simple, flavorful and healthy side dish recipe to enjoy summer's fresh produce!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

¾ cup sliced mushrooms
¾ cup halved cherry or grape tomatoes
¾ cup sliced zucchini
¾ cup peeled, chopped carrots
1 small yellow bell pepper, chopped
½ cup broccoli florets
½ cup cauliflower florets
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon dry mustard
¼ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Place all vegetables in a large bowl.
  • Place remaining ingredients (garlic through olive oil) in a jar with a lid and shake until completely combined.
  • Pour dressing over vegetables.
  • Refrigerate salad for at least 2 hours (or overnight).

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 54.3 kcal, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Protein 1.5 g, Fat 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 254.4 mg, Fiber 1.4 g, Sugar 2.4 g, UnsaturatedFat 2.4 g

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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Marinated Vegetable Salad is a healthy, make-ahead salad recipe highlighting crunchy summer vegetables. Quick, easy, and fresh!

Provided by Iowa Girl Eats

Categories     20 minute meal, 30 minute meal, appetizer, kid friendly, light and healthy, salad, side dish

Yield serves 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups cauliflower florets
2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes (~10oz)
2 cups chopped carrots (~4 medium carrots)
1 cucumber, seeded then chopped
1 bell pepper (any color,) seeded then chopped
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 Tablespoons minced shallots
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • For the Vinaigrette: add ingredients to a jar with a tight-fitting lid or bowl then shake or whisk to combine. Taste then add more salt, pepper, and/or oil if necessary (this dressing is very tart so add more oil if it's too tart for your tastes.)
  • Add vegetables to a very large bowl then dress with 3/4 of the vinaigrette. Toss then refrigerate for 4 hours or up to overnight. Toss with remaining vinaigrette and season with salt and pepper to taste just before serving.

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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A simple but flavorful raw salad that's easy to make.

Provided by Paula Deen

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups cauliflower florets
2 cups cherry tomatoes
1 cup halved bottled cherry peppers
3 medium cut into bite-size pieces zucchini
3 peeled and cut into bite-size pieces carrots
1 small thinly sliced onion

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, Italian seasoning, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, sugar and pepper. In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, cherry pepper halves, zucchini, carrots and onion.
  • Pour the dressing mixture over the vegetables, tossing gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours, stirring occasionally. Serve with a slotted spoon.

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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This recipe is so versatile because you can use whatever vegetables you family prefers. It's a nice change from typical mayonnaise-based salads. -Rita Wagers, Emporia, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
1-1/2 cups fresh baby carrots
2 celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium zucchini, sliced
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and quartered
1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) whole mushrooms, drained
DRESSING:
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic salt
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over the vegetable mixture and toss to coat. , Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 433mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

EASY MARINATED VEGETABLES



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Serve these marinated vegetables as a salad or as an appetizer. Optional add ins include: pitted Greek olives, cubes of feta cheese, and thin slices of Maui or Walla Walla onion.

Provided by Chris

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ cups broccoli florets
1 ½ cups cauliflower florets
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
1 carrot, coarsely chopped
¼ cup Italian-style salad dressing

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Place the broccoli and cauliflower florets into the boiling water for one minute. Drain and rinse florets.
  • Combine broccoli, cauliflower, bell pepper, cucumber, carrot and Italian salad dressing in a medium size mixing bowl. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the vegetables for one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 278 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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Refrigerating this veggie medley in a purchased dressing and topping with bacon bits creates a fantastic flavor!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
3 small zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/2 cup Italian dressing
6 tablespoons Betty Crocker™ Bac~Os® bacon flavor bits or chips

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except bacon flavor bits in large bowl.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Just before serving, spoon vegetable onto 6 salad plates, using slotted spoon. Sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon bacon flavor bits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

7 ounces/200 g carrots
7 ounces/200 g haricots verts
7 ounces/200 g Savoy cabbage
7 ounces/200 g cauliflower
3 tablespoons mustard seeds
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon ground turmeric
About 1/2 cup/125 ml grapeseed or peanut oil
8 small shallots, quartered or cut into eighths, depending on the size
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Lemon juice, to taste
Crusty bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Scrape the carrots and cut into large matchsticks. Top and tail the green beans, and cut in half lengthwise if fat. Shred the cabbage with a knife. Trim the cauliflower and cut into bite-size bouquets.
  • Stir together the mustard seeds, garlic, ginger and turmeric. Heat the oil in a saute pan and gently fry the shallots for 2 minutes to soften slightly. Add the spice mixture and cook for 1 minute. Toss in the remaining vegetables for just 1 minute. Remove from the heat, toss in the vinegar and let sit for 15 minutes, or, even better, several hours. (It keeps in the refrigerator for several days.) Taste and correct the seasonings. Serve at room temperature with crusty bread.

MARINATED CANNED VEGETABLE SALAD



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Make and share this Marinated Canned Vegetable Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Caryn Gale

Categories     Beans

Time 10m

Yield 14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can green beans or 1 can wax bean
1 can peas
1 can chickpeas or 1 can kidney bean
1 can corn
1/2 cup green peppers or 1/2 cup red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup carrot, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup scallions or 1/2 cup purple onion, chopped
1/2 cup oil
1/2 cup vinegar
1/4-1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Open all cans and drain vegetables and beans well.
  • Mix in a large bowl.
  • Add in chopped vegetables.
  • Pour over dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.3, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 91.5, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 4.5, Protein 0.8

SIMPLE 1-2-3 MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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This is a simple and delicious change from cucumbers in vinegar and makes a great vegetarian snack or side dish. It's also great in that it requires no cooking at all! I make this all Summer long and have some whenever I get the 'munchies'. A friend used to serve this to me when I lived in Arkansas and I've never forgotten how to make it.

Provided by Two Socks

Categories     Low Protein

Time 20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup canola oil or 1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 onion, roughly chopped
2 green peppers, seeded and chopped into small cubes
3 cucumbers, peeled and cut into small cubes
4 tomatoes, cut into small cubes

Steps:

  • Make the dressing by combining all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Whisk until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Set aside.
  • To make the salad: Place all the chopped vegetables in a large bowl with a lid and pour the dressing over all.
  • Use a wooden or plastic spoon to gently stir so that the dressing coats all the vegies and everything is well mixed.
  • Cover and chill at least six hours before serving, stirring at least every hour.
  • When ready to serve, let salad stand at room temperature for 5 minutes.
  • This is easiest to eat when served in a bowl and eaten with a spoon.
  • Be sure to get plenty of the juices into each bowl.

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 Dijon-style mustard
dried red hot pepper flakes to taste
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 pound pearl onions, blanched in boiling water for 1 minute, drained, and peeled
1 pound carrots, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices (about 2 1/2 cups)
1 pound broccoli, cut into flowerets (about 5 cups)
2 red bell peppers, cut into thin strips (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup small brine-cured black olives (preferably Nicoise, available at specialty foods shops)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl whisk together the vinegar, the mustard, the red pepper flakes, and salt and black pepper to taste, add in the oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk the dressing until it is emulsified. In a steamer set over the boiling water steam the onions, covered, for 2 minutes, add the carrots, the broccoli, and steam the vegetables for 3 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender. Transfer the vegetables to a colander and let them cool. In a bowl combine the steamed vegetables, the bell peppers, and the olives, toss the mixture with the dressing, and chill the salad, covered, for at least 4 hours or overnight.

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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Celery seed dressing is used to marinate this mixture of vegetables.

Provided by Abby y Salah

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon celery seed
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup distilled white vinegar
¼ cup canola oil
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1 onion, sliced into thin rings
2 cups thinly sliced carrots
½ cup chopped celery

Steps:

  • Combine sugar, celery seeds, black pepper, vinegar, oil, and salt in a screw-top jar. Shake well to mix.
  • Combine vegetables in large bowl. Pour dressing over vegetables, and stir gently. Cover, and refrigerate several hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48.4 g, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 638.9 mg, Sugar 41.8 g

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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Provided by Debra A. Broeker

Categories     Salad     Olive     Pepper     Tomato     Vegetable     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Summer     Bon Appétit     Missouri

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 cups broccoli florets
2 cucumbers, peeled, sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
3 carrots, peeled, thinly sliced
1 6-ounce can sliced black olives, drained
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
1 8-ounce bottle Italian dressing
1 12-ounce basket cherry tomatoes, halved
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except cherry tomatoes and salt and pepper in large bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight, stirring occasionally. Add tomatoes and toss. Season with salt and pepper.

SIMPLE MARINATED VEGETABLES



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Crisp and refreshing, this lovely veggie salad takes center stage whenever Hindy Silberstein serves it. "I like to toss it together for large gatherings and parties," she says from Highland Mills, New York. "I always place it in the middle of the table so folks have easy access. Before I know it, my 'center-piece' bowl is empty!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 medium yellow summer squash, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 each medium green, sweet red, yellow and orange peppers, sliced or chopped
1 small red onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
1 can (15 ounces) whole baby corn, drained
1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the squash, peppers, onion, corn and carrot. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 325mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and colorful vegetables. This will make your salad more appealing and nutritious.
  • Cut the vegetables into bite-sized pieces. This will make them easier to eat and will help the marinade to penetrate the vegetables more evenly.
  • Use a variety of marinades. There are many different types of marinades that you can use, so experiment until you find one that you like. Some popular options include olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and herbs.
  • Marinate the vegetables for at least 30 minutes. This will give the marinade time to flavor the vegetables.
  • Serve the salad chilled. This will help to keep the vegetables crisp and refreshing.

Conclusion:

Marinated vegetable salads are a delicious and healthy way to add more vegetables to your diet. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With so many different recipes to choose from, you are sure to find one that you will love.

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