Marinated Vegetable Salad

Portion Size: 1/2 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
1 can (14 oz.) artichoke heartsDrained and cut in half
1 can (6 oz.) pitted black or green olivesDrained
1 jar (4.5 oz.) mushroomsDrained or use fresh mushrooms 
Italian salad dressingTo taste. (see recipe in cookbook)
4 cups broccoliWashed, cut into bite-size pieces, and parboiled

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Combine all ingredients, except broccoli.  
2Toss well.
3Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving.
4Add broccoli just before serving.  
5If broccoli is added to soon, it will lose its bright green color and tender.  
6Optional ingredients to add: cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, sliced green pepper, and /or cucumbers.  

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates