Ingredients

  • 3 cups diagonally sliced carrot (about 1 pound)
  • 2 cups (2-inch) julienne-cut zucchini
  • 1 cup vertically sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup (2-inch) julienne-cut red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons (1/2 ounce) finely grated fresh Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Method

  • Place carrots in a microwave-safe dish; cover with plastic wrap. Microwave at high 4 minutes or until crisp-tender; cool.
  • Place zucchini in a microwave-safe dish; cover with plastic wrap. Microwave at high 1 1/2 minutes or until crisp-tender; cool.
  • Combine the sliced carrot, zucchini pieces, sliced onion, and bell pepper pieces in a large bowl. Combine the vinegar and the remaining ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Pour the vinegar mixture over the vegetables, tossing to coat. Cover the vegetables, and marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours.