Best 3 Caribbean Vegetable Salad With Zesty Italian Dressing Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant Caribbean with our tantalizing Vegetable Salad, a harmonious blend of fresh, colorful vegetables dressed in a zesty Italian dressing. This delightful salad offers a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, crunchy carrots, and earthy beets, all harmoniously united by a tangy, herbaceous dressing.

Alongside this Caribbean delight, discover a trio of equally enticing recipes:

1. **Caribbean Vegetable Salad with Zesty Italian Dressing**: Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this refreshing salad, where crisp vegetables dance in a zesty Italian dressing.

2. **Caribbean Black Bean Salad with Avocado and Corn**: Experience a fiesta of flavors in this vibrant salad, where black beans, avocado, and corn join forces to create a tantalizing combination, enhanced by a tangy dressing.

3. **Caribbean Mango Salsa**: Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with this vibrant salsa, where sweet mangoes, tangy red onions, and a hint of spice create a delectable symphony of flavors, perfect for livening up any dish.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ZESTY GRILLED VEGGIES

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Learn how our Zesty Grilled Vegetables get a flavor boost from Italian dressing and Parm. These Zesty Grilled Vegetables pair perfectly with grilled meat.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Peppers

Time 20m

Yield Makes 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

4 zucchini (1-1/2 lb.), cut diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices
3 each red and yellow peppers, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

Heat grill to medium heat.
Place vegetables in grill basket.
Grill 10 min. or until crisp-tender, turning occasionally. Place in large bowl.
Add dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 2.15 mg, Sodium 55 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

ZESTY WHOLE GRAIN AND VEGETABLE SALAD

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I love whole grains, but could find very few recipes with sorghum. I had some vegetables from the garden and decided to throw a few things together. It was delicious! Other grains and vegetables can be added depending on what you have on hand.

Provided by Cheryl Locke

Categories Salad Grains

Time 2h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 cups water
1 cup whole grain sorghum
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 rib celery, chopped
½ small onion, chopped
¼ cup chopped cilantro, or to taste
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 cup light Italian salad dressing
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

Combine water and sorghum in a small pot. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until sorghum is tender yet firm to the bite, about 1 hour. Drain any excess water and cool, about 10 minutes.
Transfer sorghum to a large bowl. Add tomatoes, celery, onion, cilantro, jalapeno, and garlic; toss to combine. Stir in Italian dressing and lemon juice. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and chill before serving, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.9 g, Sodium 928.4 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

CARIBBEAN VEGETABLE SALAD WITH ZESTY ITALIAN DRESSING

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A zesty garlic-white wine dressing brings out the best in this Caribbean-style vegetable salad made with eggplant, papayas and pumpkin.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 16 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 large chunk fresh pumpkin (1 lb.), seeds removed
1 green papaya, quartered, seeds removed
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp. chicken bouillon
1 tsp. ground black pepper
2 Tbsp. oil, divided
1 eggplant (1 lb.), cut into 1-inch chunks
1-1/2 tsp. chopped fresh oregano leaves
2 tsp. lemon juice
1 each red, yellow and green pepper, chopped
1 head iceberg lettuce (1-1/4 lb.), torn
1 red onion, thinly sliced
2 avocados, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

Cook pumpkin and papaya in boiling water in large saucepan 20 to 30 min. or until tender; drain. Cool slightly. Peel pumpkin and papaya; cut pulp into 1-inch chunks.
Whisk next 5 ingredients until bouillon is dissolved.
Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add eggplant; cook and stir 4 to 5 min. or until tender. Stir in oregano and lemon juice; transfer to large bowl.
Add remaining oil to same skillet; heat. Add peppers; cook and stir 4 min. or until crisp-tender. Add to eggplant mixture along with the pumpkin, papaya, dressing mixture and remaining ingredients; toss lightly. Refrigerate 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

Tips:

Use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables are more flavorful and have a better texture than vegetables that have been sitting around for a while. If you can, try to buy your vegetables from a local farmers market or from a grocery store that has a good selection of fresh produce.
Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces: This will help them cook evenly. If you are using a food processor to cut the vegetables, be sure to use the slicing or shredding blade, not the chopping blade.
Don't overcook the vegetables: Overcooked vegetables are mushy and bland. Cook them just until they are tender-crisp.
Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and color to your salad. Some good vegetables to use in a Caribbean vegetable salad include tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, onions, carrots, and celery.
Make the dressing ahead of time: This will allow the flavors to meld together. You can make the dressing up to 24 hours in advance.
Serve the salad chilled: This will help to keep the vegetables crisp. You can chill the salad for up to 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Caribbean vegetable salad with zesty Italian dressing is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a light lunch or a side dish for your next barbecue, this salad is sure to please.