VEGETABLE SALAD MEDLEY

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I like to take this salad to potlucks because it feeds a lot of people, and it's so easy to make. It's best when made a day ahead so the flavors can blend.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 cup sugar
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups frozen French-style green beans, thawed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed and drained
1-1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed and drained
1 cup each chopped celery, red onion and sweet red pepper
1 cup fresh cauliflowerets
2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained

Steps:

In a small saucepan, bring the sugar, vinegar, oil, salt and pepper to a boil. In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Add sugar mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight, stirring occasionally. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 278mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.