Best 6 Warm Mussel And Marinated Vegetable Salad Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors with Warm Mussel and Marinated Vegetable Salad, a culinary masterpiece that promises an explosion of taste buds. This tantalizing dish features plump and succulent mussels, carefully steamed to perfection and nestled amidst a vibrant medley of marinated vegetables. The harmonious blend of crisp textures and tangy flavors creates a symphony of culinary delight.

The secret lies in the vibrant marinade, a skillful orchestration of aromatic herbs, zesty citrus, and a hint of spice. This flavorful elixir transforms ordinary vegetables into extraordinary accompaniments, adding a delightful dimension to each bite. The salad boasts a delightful array of marinated zucchini, red onion, bell peppers, and mushrooms, each contributing its unique flavor and texture to the overall composition.

Aromatic herbs like thyme, rosemary, and parsley lend their distinctive fragrances, while a touch of garlic and chili flakes adds a subtle warmth and depth of flavor. The tangy brightness of lemon juice and white wine vinegar cuts through the richness of the mussels, creating a perfect balance. This tantalizing dish is not only a feast for the palate but also a visual delight, served atop a bed of fresh greens and drizzled with a luscious dressing made from the marinade's flavorful essence.

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with Warm Mussel and Marinated Vegetable Salad, a dish that promises to transport your taste buds to a realm of pure bliss. With its perfect blend of tender mussels, vibrant vegetables, and a tantalizing marinade, this salad is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. So gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and let's embark on a delightful cooking adventure together.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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This recipe is so versatile because you can use whatever vegetables you family prefers. It's a nice change from typical mayonnaise-based salads. -Rita Wagers, Emporia, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
1-1/2 cups fresh baby carrots
2 celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium zucchini, sliced
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and quartered
1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) whole mushrooms, drained
DRESSING:
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic salt
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over the vegetable mixture and toss to coat. , Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 433mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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Marinated Vegetable Salad is a healthy, make-ahead salad recipe highlighting crunchy summer vegetables. Quick, easy, and fresh!

Provided by Iowa Girl Eats

Categories     20 minute meal, 30 minute meal, appetizer, kid friendly, light and healthy, salad, side dish

Yield serves 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups cauliflower florets
2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes (~10oz)
2 cups chopped carrots (~4 medium carrots)
1 cucumber, seeded then chopped
1 bell pepper (any color,) seeded then chopped
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

Steps:

  • For the Vinaigrette: add ingredients 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 (this dressing is very tart so add more oil if it's too tart for your tastes.)
  • 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.

WARM VEGETABLE SALAD



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 whole red peppers
1 1/2 pound assorted red and white new potatoes
3/4 pounds green beans, trimmed and halved
1 bunch scallions, sliced
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped oregano leaves
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Place the red peppers on a foil lined baking sheet.
  • Place the red peppers under the boiler. Turning every 2 to 3 minutes cook the peppers until the skin is blistered, about 8 to 9 minutes total. Place the blistered peppers in a plastic bag. Seal the bag and allow the peppers to sit for 10 minutes to allow the skin to separate and to let cool.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the potatoes and cook until tender, about 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the potatoes to a cutting board. Add the green beans to the pot. Cook the green beans until tender, about 3 minutes. Remove the green beans to a large bowl. Slice the potatoes in half while still warm and combine them with the green beans in the large bowl. Remove the peppers from the plastic bag. Peel off the skin from the peppers. Slice the pepper flesh into wide strips and remove the seeds and veins. Place them in the bowl with the potatoes. Add the scallions, parsley, and garlic
  • and toss to combine.
  • In a small bowl combine the oregano, lemon juice and zest, and white wine vinegar. Whisk in the olive oil. Stir in the salt and pepper. Toss the warm vegetables with the herb vinaigrette. Serve immediately.

FAVORITE MARINATED VEGETABLES



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Toss some good-for-you veggies together with a coating of fat-free salad dressing, and you've got this ideal side dish in no time. From Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, Sarah Newman writes, "The recipe is so easy, and marinating the vegetables overnight gives them a great flavor and texture. It's perfect for picnics, potlucks or other gatherings!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
1 medium cucumber, halved and thinly sliced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, cucumber, mushrooms, tomatoes and onion. Add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHILLED MUSSEL SALAD



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Martha's take on jarjeer wa hamba, a popular salad dish in the United Arab Emirates, swaps out the usual shrimp and green mango for plump mussels and colorful, crunchy radishes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds mussels, scrubbed and debearded
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
8 radishes, trimmed and quartered
2 cups watercress, roughly chopped
1/2 cup curly parsley sprigs, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat a medium pot over medium-high. Add mussels and 1 tablespoon pepper; stir to combine. Cover pot and steam until shells open and mussels are cooked, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Transfer cooked mussels to a bowl or rimmed baking sheet and let cool. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk to combine mustard, lemon zest and juice, honey, shallot, garlic, saffron, curry powder, and a pinch of salt. While whisking continuously, slowly drizzle in oil.
  • In a large bowl, combine mussels, radishes, watercress, and parsley. Drizzle vinaigrette over salad and toss to combine. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with parsley.

WARM MUSSEL AND MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Herb     Tomato     Vegetable     Steam     Low/No Sugar     Mussel     Fennel     Zucchini     Summer     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 fennel bulb (sometimes called anise)
1 small vine-ripened tomato
1 medium zucchini
1 teaspoon chopped shallot
a pinch cayenne
fine sea salt
freshly ground white pepper
1/2 medium garlic clove
4 imported black olives
1 teaspoon chopped fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon drained capers
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 pounds mussels (preferably cultivated)
1/3 cup water

Steps:

  • Trim fennel stalks flush with bulb, discarding stalks, and cut enough of bulb into 1/4-inch dice to measure 1/3 cup. Peel and seed tomato. Separately cut enough tomato and zucchini into 1/4-inch dice to measure 1/2 cup each. In a small saucepan of boiling water blanch zucchini 1 minute and drain in a sieve. Rinse zucchini under cold water to stop cooking and drain well.
  • In a bowl combine zucchini, fennel, tomato, shallot, and cayenne and season with sea salt and white pepper. Halve garlic and pit and chop olives. Add garlic and olives to vegetable mixture with parsley, basil, capers, and oils, stirring to combine well. Chill salad, covered, at least 2 hours and up to 6.
  • Scrub mussels and pull off beards. Heat a large heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot and add water and half of mussels. Steam mussels, covered, 3 to 8 minutes, checking occasionally after 3 minutes and transferring them as they open to a bowl. Discard any unopened mussels. Repeat procedure with liquid remaining in skillet and remaining mussels.
  • Remove mussels from shells and divide among 4 shallow bowls. With a slotted spoon mound salad over mussels, tossing if desired. Drizzle each salad with 1 tablespoon dressing remaining in bowl.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh mussels: Make sure the mussels are alive and their shells are tightly closed. Discard any mussels with open shells or broken shells.
  • Clean the mussels thoroughly: Scrub the mussels under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris. Use a brush to remove any barnacles or other growth from the shells.
  • Cook the mussels properly: Mussels should be cooked until the shells open. Overcooking can make them tough and chewy.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Feel free to add or substitute your favorite vegetables.
  • Make the marinade ahead of time: The marinade can be made several hours or even a day in advance. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the salad warm or cold: This salad can be served warm or cold. If you are serving it warm, reheat the mussels gently in the marinade before serving.

Conclusion:

This warm mussel and marinated vegetable salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The mussels are tender and flavorful, and the vegetables are crisp and refreshing. The marinade adds a bright and tangy flavor to the salad. This salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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