Medley of Marinated Vegetables

This recipe is a lovely and simple way to enjoy a variety of colorful vegetables. Feel free to use your favorites. Love Chef Mel xx

Ingredients:

1 cup cauliflower florets
1 cup broccoli florets
½ cup snap peas or string beans

2 carrots finely sliced on the angle

1/2 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
6 button mushrooms, sliced
1 cup marinated artichoke hearts, quartered
1/2 cup black olives, sliced

4 fresh basil leaves, chopped for garnish

Dressing Ingredients:
1 garlic clove, chopped
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons of fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon virgin olive oil
pinch dried oregano
pinch dried rosemary
1 tablespoon brown rice syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Preparation:
In a large pot of boiling water, lightly blanch the carrot, cauliflower, broccoli, snap peas, bell pepper, and mushrooms until the vegetables are slightly tender but still a little crisp. Blanch each vegetable separately.
Remove the vegetables and place into a large bowl.

Place the dressing ingredients into another bowl and whisk until smooth.

Add the olives, fresh basil and artichokes to the salad.

Add the dressing and mix gently.

Let sit for at least 15 minutes mixing from time to time.

Serve garnished with fresh basil.