Best 3 Raw Vegetable Salad Recipes

Raw vegetable salads are a delicious and healthy way to get your daily dose of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. With so many different vegetables to choose from, the possibilities are endless. Whether you prefer a light and refreshing salad or a hearty and filling one, there's a raw vegetable salad out there to suit your taste. In this article, we'll share some of our favorite raw vegetable salad recipes, as well as tips for creating your own delicious and nutritious salads at home.

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RAW VEGETABLE SALAD

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This is a flavorful and crunchy vegetable salad tossed with peanuts and bacon bits.

Provided by Pamela Brown

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

6 slices bacon
3 cups chopped broccoli
3 cups chopped cauliflower
3 cups chopped celery
1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed
1 cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
¼ cup Parmesan cheese
¼ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons grated onion
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup Spanish peanuts

Steps:

Place bacon in a large deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain bacon on a paper towel-lined plate; crumble.
Mix broccoli, cauliflower, celery, peas, and cranberries in a large bowl.
Whisk mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, sugar, onion, vinegar, and salt together in a bowl. Pour dressing over the salad; add nuts and bacon and toss well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 14.3 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 373.5 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

MARINATED FRESH VEGETABLE SALAD

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This crisp, colorful salad is full of goodness from the garden. The light marinade lets the fresh flavor of the vegetables come through. For variety, I sometimes substitute sliced zucchini for the cucumber. -Harriet Stichter, Milford, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 cups sliced celery
2 cups thinly sliced cauliflower
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
2 cups thinly sliced carrots
2 cups sliced cucumbers
1 medium onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
DRESSING:
3/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large serving bowl, combine the vegetables. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over vegetables; gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD

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

Provided by evelynathens

Categories Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

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
5 ounces sliced black olives
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon minced parsley
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian dressing
12 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
salt and pepper

Steps:

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

Tips:

- Use a variety of vegetables to add color, texture, and flavor to your salad. - Choose vegetables that are in season for the best flavor and nutrition. - Wash vegetables thoroughly before using them. - Cut vegetables into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly. - Don't overcook vegetables, as this will make them mushy and lose their nutrients. - Use a light dressing or vinaigrette to avoid overpowering the vegetables. - Serve salad immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

Raw vegetable salads are a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. They are also a great way to cool down on a hot day or to add some extra nutrition to your meals. With so many different recipes to choose from, there is sure to be a raw vegetable salad that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a healthy and refreshing meal, give one of these recipes a try. Your body will thank you!