Savory Vegetable Salad

This Savory Vegetable Salad combines a vibrant array of fresh vegetables, tossed in a tangy vinaigrette that enhances their natural flavors. It's a refreshing side dish perfect for any meal, providing a burst of color and nutrition on your plate.

Ingredients

• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium (about 150 grams)
• Bell pepper (mixed colors) - 1 medium (about 150 grams)
• Red onion - 50 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium (about 100 grams)
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
• Dijon mustard - 1 teaspoon (5 grams)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon (3 grams)
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon (1 gram)

Steps

1. Wash all the vegetables thoroughly under running water.
2. Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
3. Dice the cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl.
4. Grate the carrot and add it to the salad mix.
5. Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the vegetables.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
7. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss well to combine.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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