Appetizer 5 Recipe
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Dressing
Herbs
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prep the Vegetables
Rinse the cherry tomatoes under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel. Cut them in half and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Chop the Cucumber
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds with a spoon and cut the cucumber into half-moon slices. Add to the mixing bowl.
- 3
Dice the Red Bell Pepper
Remove the stem and seeds from the red bell pepper. Dice it into small pieces and add to the mixing bowl with the other vegetables.
Dressing Preparation
- 4
Mix the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combining
- 5
Combine Vegetables and Dressing
Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables in the large bowl. Toss gently to ensure all the vegetables are coated with the dressing.
- 6
Add Fresh Basil
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and add them to the bowl. Toss again gently to mix.
Serving
- 7
Serve the Appetizer
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls. Enjoy immediately as a fresh and vibrant appetizer.