Name: Mediterranean Marinated Vegetable Jar
Ingredients: 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved – Adds juicy sweetness and vibrant color; 1 cup cucumber, sliced – Contributes a cool, refreshing crunch; 1 cup red bell pepper, sliced – Adds natural sweetness and crisp texture; ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced – Brings a sharp, zesty bite; ½ cup Kalamata olives – Adds briny, rich depth of flavor; ½ cup marinated artichoke hearts – Contributes a tangy, savory element; ½ cup green olives – Adds a second layer of briny contrast; ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped – Brightens the dish with fresh, herbaceous flavor; ½ cup olive oil; ¼ cup red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; ½ teaspoon dried basil; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Ingredients

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This recipe comes together with a colorful mix of fresh vegetables and Mediterranean pantry staples, tied together with a bright, garlicky marinade.

For the Vegetables

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved – Adds juicy sweetness and vibrant color
1 cup cucumber, sliced – Contributes a cool, refreshing crunch
1 cup red bell pepper, sliced – Adds natural sweetness and crisp texture
½ cup red onion, thinly sliced – Brings a sharp, zesty bite
½ cup Kalamata olives – Adds briny, rich depth of flavor
½ cup marinated artichoke hearts – Contributes a tangy, savory element
½ cup green olives – Adds a second layer of briny contrast
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped – Brightens the dish with fresh, herbaceous flavor

For the Marinade

½ cup olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

This recipe comes together quickly, with the bulk of the work happening passively in the refrigerator as the flavors develop.

Step 1: Prep the vegetables. Wash and prepare all of your vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber and red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces, and thinly slice the red onion so it distributes evenly throughout the jar.

Step 2: Whisk together the marinade. In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 3: Combine the vegetables. Add the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, Kalamata olives, green olives, marinated artichoke hearts, and chopped parsley to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4: Toss with the marinade. Pour the marinade over the vegetables and gently toss everything together until each piece is evenly coated. Take care not to toss too vigorously, as this can cause the tomatoes to break apart.

Step 5: Transfer to a jar. Carefully transfer the marinated vegetables, along with all of the marinade, into a clean glass jar. Press down gently as you go to remove any large air pockets and help the vegetables settle evenly.

Step 6: Seal and refrigerate. Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. For the best, most developed flavor, let it marinate overnight.

Step 7: Shake before serving. Just before serving, give the sealed jar a gentle shake to redistribute the marinade and ensure every piece is well coated.

Step 8: Serve and enjoy. Serve this Mediterranean marinated vegetable mix chilled as an antipasto, a side dish, a salad topping, a picnic snack, or an accompaniment to grilled meats.