VEGGIE LOVERS COMBO SALAD

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Here's a terrific way to eat a garden's worth of veggies. Use up to 5 cups of the freshest stuff on hand. -Marianne Taylor, South Hadley, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cut fresh green beans or wax beans (1 inch)
2 cups fresh or frozen peas, thawed
2 medium sweet red or yellow peppers, chopped
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil or Italian parsley leaves
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, quartered
Optional toppings: chopped cashews, chopped pecans, toasted sesame seeds and cooked and crumbled bacon

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add beans; cook, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain beans and pat dry; place in a large bowl. Add remaining vegetables., Place mayonnaise, basil, vinegar and garlic in a food processor; process until blended. Add to vegetables and toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour before serving. Just before serving, sprinkle with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Jam Bilal
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This salad is a great way to meal prep for the week.


Summer Strauss
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This salad is a great way to get a healthy meal on the table in a hurry.


Donald Fraser
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Raj Robiul
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Alexander Gubski
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's also a great way to meal prep for the week.


Sarwar Khan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or tofu.


Rana Zaky
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Oluwafisayo Oyetubo
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This is a delicious and healthy salad that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Md Giyam Md
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This salad is a great way to get a healthy meal on the table in a hurry. It's also a great way to use up leftovers.


Michael kevin tv
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to enjoy fresh vegetables without a lot of fuss.


Saeed Adams
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This is my favorite salad recipe. It's so versatile and I can always find something to add to it.


Stephanie Beaulieu
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies.


shaon Rd
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one is amazing. The combination of flavors and textures is perfect.


Asraf Ahmed
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This is the best salad recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly.


Omar Zalt
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I made this salad for a party last weekend and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Arslan Ashiq
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The dressing is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet.


Cataleya Davis
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I love that this salad is packed with healthy veggies. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vitamins and minerals.


DILAWAR SHAHZAD
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This is my go-to salad recipe for summer picnics and barbecues. It's so easy to make and always a hit.


Valarie Bage
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I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The roasted vegetables are especially delicious.


Md sahedsumon
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the variety of veggies and the dressing was light and flavorful.