Food Blog : Marinated Vegetables

Welcome to my Wednesday Food blog edition. Today’s recipe is a family favorite during the Summer when the vegtables are coming in fresh from the Garden. I just got a load of veggies from a friend and I am making a batch for tonight.

• 2 C broccoli florets
• 2 C Cauliflowers pieces
• 1 Cucumber slices
• 1 C bell pepper , chopped
• 1 C Carrots , sliced
• 1 C sliced Fresh Mushrooms
• 1 C cherry tomatoes , halved
• 1/3 C Red Onion, fine sliced

• For the Vinaigrette:
  • 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

1. Add all ingredients for vinaigrette 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 .
2. 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.