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summer side dishes

summer side dishes: 7 Flavorful Recipes to Brighten Meals

A refreshing and colorful summer side dish to complement your meals.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to combine.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor.
  • Adjust the dressing ingredients to taste.
  • This dish pairs well with grilled meats.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Raw
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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