Best Overnight Vegetable Salad Recipes

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OVERNIGHT MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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One of my all-time favorite side dishes, this marinated medley is well-received whenever I serve it - which is often. It's wonderful with turkey, but also pleasant with just about any main dish you can think of. -Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2-1/2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1-1/2 cups each fresh broccoli florets, sliced fresh carrots and yellow summer squash
1/2 to 3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup cider vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon dill weed
3/4 teaspoon salt, optional
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt or garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the vegetables; set aside. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients and shake well. Pour over vegetables; toss gently. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 9g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 15mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

OVERNIGHT VEGETABLE SALAD



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My friend Anne, whom I first met in sixth grade, gave me this recipe. Whenever I'm invited to a potluck and a salad is needed, I make a double batch. There are seldom any leftovers! This is also my favorite recipe to share.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (16 ounces) tiny green peas, drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) French-style green beans, drained
1 can (7 ounces) white or shoepeg corn, drained
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3/4 cup finely chopped celery
2 tablespoons chopped pimientos, optional
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine peas, beans, corn, onion, celery and pimientos. In a saucepan, combine remaining ingredients; heat and stir until sugar dissolves. Pour over the vegetables. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

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OVERNIGHT VEGETABLE BEAN SALAD



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Frozen mixed vegetables and canned kidney beans blend beautifully in this fresh-tasting salad that's tossed in a zippy sweet-sour dressing. Shirley Doyle of Mt. Prospect, Illinois shared this make-ahead dish that's sure to please at your next picnic or potluck.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Place mixed vegetables in a steamer basket over 1 in. of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the kidney beans, celery, green pepper and onion; mix well., In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, salt and pepper. Stir in the vinegar and mustard until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cool. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 475mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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