Mediterranean Marinated Vegetable Salad
A vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean marinated vegetable salad featuring a mix of fresh vegetables soaked in a tangy olive oil and lemon dressing, perfect as a refreshing side or light meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 medium yellow bell pepper, diced
1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and Kalamata olives.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to marinate and meld together.
Before serving, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the salad and toss lightly.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or light meal.