Cedar Creek Marinated Vegetables(Appetizer)

Name: Cedar Creek Marinated Vegetables(Appetizer)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large cauliflower; 1 bag carrots; 1 bunch celery; 8 cloves garlic, toothpick speared; 2 large bottles Italian dressing; 2 cans black olives; 2 cans mushroom buttons; juice of 4 lemons (retain 2 halves to add to marinade); 1 Tbsp. garlic powder; salt to taste

Servings: persons

1
Cut off cauliflower buds and split to bite size.
2
Split carrots and celery into fourths, lengthwise, then cut pieces 2 inches long.
3
Add drained mushrooms, olives and garlic cloves. Sprinkle garlic powder over cut vegetables.
4
Add lemon juice, lemon halves and Italian dressing.
5
Stir and set in refrigerator for 1 hour.
6
Stir again and salt to taste.
7
Marinate for at least 2 more hours, stirring occasionally.
8
Serve in large bowl.
9
Use toothpicks to spear morsels.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large cauliflower, 1 bag carrots, 1 bunch celery, 8 cloves garlic, toothpick speared, and more.

Yes, Cedar Creek Marinated Vegetables(Appetizer) falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!