Sweet And Sour Summer Vegetables Recipe

Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with summer flavor! This sweet and sour summer vegetable salad is the perfect side dish for your next BBQ or a light and healthy meal anytime. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, this recipe features vibrant zucchini, yellow squash, bell peppers, and red onion, all tossed in a tangy sweet and sour dressing. Get ready for a taste of sunshine!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 178.5 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Sweet And Sour Summer Vegetables

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How to Make Sweet And Sour Summer Vegetables

  1. Wash and chop 1 medium zucchini, 1 medium yellow squash, 1 bell pepper (any color), and 1/2 medium red onion into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped vegetables.
  3. In a small saucepan, whisk together 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in 2 cloves minced garlic. Simmer for 1 minute.
  6. Pour the hot sweet and sour mixture over the vegetables in the bowl. Toss gently to coat.
  7. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. The longer it sits, the better it tastes!
  8. Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

83g

Fat

6g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet And Sour Summer Vegetables?

Sweet And Sour Summer Vegetables takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet And Sour Summer Vegetables?

Sweet And Sour Summer Vegetables has approximately 178.5 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet And Sour Summer Vegetables?

The key ingredients for Sweet And Sour Summer Vegetables are Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Red Bell Pepper, Red Onion, Red Wine Vinegar, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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