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Citrus Vegetables

Source: US Department of Health and Human Services National Cancer Institute

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

Put a new twist on classic mixed vegetables with a splash of lime juice, some olive oil, and fresh oregano.

Makes
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 cups mixed vegetables (such as zucchini, corn, and tomatoes)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon olive oil (or cooking oil of choice)
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Slice vegetables and steam in a small amount of water.
  3. Drain, and place in a bowl to cool.
  4. Mix lime juice with oil. Add oregano and combine.
  5. Pour lime juice mixture over cool vegetables and mix well.
  6. Serve.

Notes

Learn more about: Zucchini Corn Tomatoes Limes Oregano

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