Vegetables, beans and garlic oil: a salad recipe that will become an integral part of your kitchen

Summer is the time when even the most passionate potato lovers start to appreciate the light and tasty salads! This is especially true when they are filled with bright colors, juicy ingredients, and valuable vitamins.

Try making this refreshing vitamin salad – light but satisfying. It is suitable for a quick lunch, a picnic, or cozy evenings on the balcony with a glass of sparkling wine.

Summer vitamin salad with spicy dressing

Ingredients:

Canned corn – 150 g
Pickled cucumbers – 150 g
Canned beans (white or red) – 200 g
Red bell pepper – 200 g
Small red onion
A bunch of fresh herbs (you can use dill, parsley or cilantro)
Garlic – 2 cloves
Lemon juice – from 1/4 lemon
Vegetable oil (sunflower or olive) – 50 ml
Salt and freshly ground black pepper – to taste
Cooking steps:

Preparing the base.
Cut the pickled cucumbers and bell peppers into cubes and the onion into half-rings. Finely chop the herbs. In a large bowl, mix the corn, beans, cucumbers, peppers, onions, and spices.
Preparing the dressing.
Press the garlic and add to the salad. Pour over the lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. The main accent is the finishing touch.
Oil for flavor.
Heat the oil in a frying pan until it starts to sizzle (but do not smoke!). Carefully pour it into the salad, allowing the garlic to “burn” slightly and intensify the flavor. Mix quickly so that the dressing evenly coats all the ingredients.
Taste characteristics:

The resulting salad is juicy, with a crispy texture and a light sour aftertaste. It is both refreshing and satisfying. It can be served as a side dish for meat or fish or enjoyed on its own with crusty bread.

Valuable tips and variations:

For spicy lovers, add a pinch of chili.
Craving bright sensations? Add a little mustard or honey to the oil before heating.
Don’t like onions? Use green or marinate it for 10 minutes in vinegar – this will make it softer.
And if you have a fresh cucumber, feel free to add it – it will add crunch and lightness.
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