Fresh Chopped Vegetable Salad

Fresh Chopped Vegetable Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
• 1 large cucumber, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 small red onion, diced
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare Vegetables:
   • Wash all the vegetables thoroughly.
   • Quarter the cherry tomatoes.
   • Dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion into small, uniform pieces.
2. Mix Vegetables:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the quartered cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion.
   • Add the chopped fresh cilantro and parsley.
3. Prepare Dressing:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Combine and Toss:
   • Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables.
   • Toss the salad gently until all the vegetables are well coated with the dressing.
5. Serve:
   • Transfer the salad to a serving dish or individual jars for a beautiful presentation.
   • Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Enjoy your fresh and vibrant chopped vegetable salad!

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