Marcile’s Vegetable Salad
📜 Collection: Unknown Twenty Six | ✍️ Attribution: Marcile | 📂 Category: Salads A crisp and colorful cold vegetable salad featuring fresh cauliflower, broccoli, and green pepper tossed with green and ripe olives. Dressed in a sweet and tangy Miracle Whip dressing, this classic dish is perfect for potlucks and family gatherings.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | None | 1 hr | 6-8 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Chef’s knife
- Cutting board
- Large mixing bowl
- Small mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Whisk
Ingredients
Salad Base
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 head | Cauliflower | cut into bite-sized florets |
| 1 to 2 stalks | Broccoli | cut into bite-sized florets |
| 1 | Green Pepper | chopped |
| 1 small jar | Green Stuffed Olives | drained |
| 1 can | Pitted Ripe Olives | drained |
Dressing
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | Miracle Whip | None |
| 2 tsp. | Sugar | None |
| 2 tbsp. | Vinegar | None |
| 1 tsp. | Salt | None |
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Vegetables
- Chop the 1 head cauliflower and 1 to 2 stalks broccoli into bite-sized florets. Dice the 1 green pepper into uniform pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepped cauliflower, broccoli, and green pepper with 1 small jar green stuffed olives and 1 can pitted ripe olives.
Step 2: Dress and Chill
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1 cup Miracle Whip, 2 tsp. sugar, 2 tbsp. vinegar, and 1 tsp. salt until the dressing is completely smooth and the sugar is dissolved.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated and glistening.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the vegetables to chill thoroughly.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: This salad can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Give it a quick toss before serving to redistribute the dressing.
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