MICROWAVE HOT VEGETABLE SALAD
WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
 
1 lb. broccoli, cut into stalks
1 sm. head of cauliflower, cut in flowerettes
1 lg. yellow squash, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
1 lg. zucchini, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
1 red pepper, cut into strips
1 green or yellow pepper, cut into strips

On a large, round, glass serving dish arrange broccoli around edge. Next to broccoli, arrange rows of cauliflower. In center alternate slices of squash and zucchini.

Decorate top with pepper slices. Cover tightly with plastic wrap. Microwave on high for 14 to 18 minutes, turning dish 1/4 turn every 5 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. Remove wrap, drain if necessary. Dress with Balsamic vinaigrette and serve immediately. May be served cold.

BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE:

6 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1/2 c. fresh orange juice
4 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/4 c. olive oil
1 tbsp. chopped fresh marjoram or oregano or 1/2 tsp. dried
Freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp. salt

Place all ingredients in a jar with a well fitting lid. Shake well. Refrigerate unused portion.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

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