Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad
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This simple shaved Brussel sprout salad is the perfect side dish to include in a holiday menu! It’s healthy, flavorful and really easy to make.
Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad Recipe
Lettuce is so overrated. Ok — not really, because I have tons of yummy salad recipes, like this spinach, blue cheese, and bacon salad. But when it comes to this brussels sprouts salad, lettuce definitely is overrated! This delicious and healthy side dish is crispy, crunchy and loaded with beautiful flavor combinations.
The creamy goat cheese with tart cranberries is just to die for, and the sweet touch of apples with a nutty addition of toasted pecans is *chef’s kiss*. The homemade apple cider vinaigrette brings the entire dish together into a melody of deliciousness.
I know a lot of people who think sprouts are “mushy and gross”. If you are one of these people, I think you will be incredibly surprised at how much better shaved Brussel sprouts taste!
Why You’ll Love This Side Dish
- Easy 15-minute prep. While your main dish is finishing up in the oven, prep this delicious veggie side dish.
- Loaded with good-for-you vitamins and minerals. Brussels sprouts are loaded with antioxidants, are a great source of Vitamin K, and are a great way to get fiber into your diet.
- Easy to adapt and customize. Change up the ingredients in this salad to fit your personal preferences or dietary restrictions. Shaved Brussel sprouts are a great base that you can add lots of tasty ingredients to!
If warm side dishes are more your thing, then you have to try my maple bacon Brussel sprouts! But if you’re looking for a holiday salad that will be the star of the show, then this recipe is definitely one to add to your must-make list.
This is now one of my favorite brussels sprouts recipes! It’s so easy to love:
Ingredients and Substitutions
Here’s the list of simple ingredients that you need to make this side salad:
- Brussels sprouts: Shaving the sprouts is easy to do, but if you’re short on time, you can find packages of them in the produce section. Washed, trimmed, and ready to use!
- dried cranberries: If you can’t find cranberries, or don’t care for them, dried cherries and dried apricots are great substitutes.
- chopped toasted pecans: Toasted walnuts are great substitute.
- crumbled goat cheese: Feel free to use a different variety, like Feta or Blue cheese.
- sliced apple: Use your favorite variety. Gala, Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, McIntosh, and Granny Smith are all good choices.
- red onion
- salt and black pepper
Note: You can save money by buying raw pecans in the bulk food section. Just toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for a couple of minutes.
Apple Cider Vinaigrette Ingredients
- apple cider vinegar
- olive oil
- Dijon mustard
- honey or maple syrup
- minced garlic
- salt and black pepper
Variations
- Change up the dressing ingredients by using stone ground mustard or spicy brown mustard in place of Dijon. And while apple cider vinegar gives the best flavor to this dressings, you can use white wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar instead!
- For a dairy-free salad, feel free to use dairy-free cheese, or just omit the cheese altogether.
How to Make Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad
This easy salad comes together with just a few quick steps. Here’s what you need to do to get it on your dinner table in just minutes:
In a large bowl, combine the shaved Brussels sprouts, dried cranberries, toasted nuts, apple slices, red onion, and goat cheese.
Then, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
Pour the vinaigrette over the hearty salad and then toss until everything is evenly coated.
Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to a day.
What Tastes Good with Brussels Sprouts Salad
Serve this tasty salad with easy meals like Whole30 honey-less honey mustard chicken or bruschetta chicken. It’s yummy with air fryer filet mignon and brown sugar pork chops too.
Around the holidays, we like to make it with all of our Christmas and Thanksgiving dinner dishes. It pairs great alongside healthy sweet potato casserole, mashed potatoes, and roasted turkey. There’s always so many delicious way to serve this salad!
Tips for Success
Your holidays gatherings will be extra flavorful with this hearty salad. Here’s a few tips to ensure it turns out perfect:
- For a finer texture, you can use a food processor to shred the Brussels sprouts. If you prefer them a bit softer, then blanch them for 1-2 minutes before adding to the salad.
- Allow time for the flavors to come together. The flavor of this salad really will be so good if you allow it to sit with the dressing! The dressing will slightly soften the brussels sprouts too, making the texture just perfect.
- To toast the pecans, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until they’re golden and fragrant. This should only take about 5 minutes. Keep an eye on the skillet and be careful not to burn them.
FAQ
The vinaigrette can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Shake or whisk before using, as the ingredients may separate over time. Store it separately from the salad for the best results. But salad with dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days.
Absolutely! When shaved down, they’re actually a really great crunchy texture. Raw brussels sprouts are perfectly safe to eat and when you add a dressing and salad toppings, shaved brussel sprouts taste delicious!
I’d love to hear about your experience making this recipe! Please leave a comment and rating below!
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Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad
Ingredients
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts trimmed and thinly sliced or shaved
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup chopped pecans toasted
- ¼ cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1 small apple cored, peeled, and thinly sliced or diced
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Apple Cider Vinaigrette
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 garlic clove minced
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shaved Brussel sprouts, dried cranberries, toasted nuts, apple slices, red onion, and goat cheese.
- In a small bowl or mason jar, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to a day.
