Vibrant Pepper Salad with Honey-Lemon Vinaigrette

Name: Vibrant Pepper Salad with Honey-Lemon Vinaigrette
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Green bell pepper', 'amount': '1, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Yellow bell pepper', 'amount': '1, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Red bell pepper', 'amount': '1, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Tomatoes', 'amount': '2, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Cucumber', 'amount': '1, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Red onion', 'amount': '1/2, thinly sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh parsley', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '1/4 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Lemon juice', 'amount': '2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed'}; {'ingredient': 'Dijon mustard', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Honey', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}

This vibrant pepper salad is a feast for the eyes and palate, showcasing a medley of colorful bell peppers, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and zesty red onion, all brought together by a tangy honey-lemon vinaigrette. It's the perfect side dish for summer barbecues or a refreshing lunch on a warm day. The combination of sweet and savory flavors makes this salad not just a dish, but an experience that transports you to sun-drenched Mediterranean markets. Historically, salads like this have been enjoyed for centuries, celebrating the bounty of fresh vegetables.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Green bell pepper (1, sliced)
Yellow bell pepper (1, sliced)
Red bell pepper (1, sliced)
Tomatoes (2, diced)
Cucumber (1, diced)
Red onion (1/2, thinly sliced)
Fresh parsley (1/4 cup, chopped)
Olive oil (1/4 cup)
Lemon juice (2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed)
Dijon mustard (1 tablespoon)
Honey (1 tablespoon)
Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced green, yellow, and red bell peppers, diced tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well-combined and emulsified to create the vinaigrette dressing.
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to ensure all the veggies are evenly coated with the dressing.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully and enhances the overall taste.
Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Enjoy chilled!

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Salad • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 0 minutes • Calories: 150 • Fat: 14g • Carbs: 10g • Protein: 2g • Sodium: 50mg • Sugar: 3g

Vibrant Pepper Salad with Honey-Lemon Vinaigrette

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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