Delicious Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad that is simple to make.
I like that this salad is perfect alone or as a side to something tasty!
Delicious Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
This is a tasty and simple salad that works well beside a delicious meal or alone.
I like how healthy and low in fat this salad can be!
Did you try my Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts?
That recipe is a simple way to make roasted Brussels sprouts that most anyone could enjoy.
This recipe is as much about a salad as it is about the sprouts themself.
Do you want to learn more about the Mediterranean Diet?
Find out how to follow the Mediterranean Diet here.
You may be asking can you eat raw brussels sprouts in a salad.
The answer is yes, you can eat raw brussels sprouts in a salad.
This tasty recipe is certainly proof of that.
However, in order to eat the brussels sprouts in a salad, I suggest making it easier it eat.
In this salad we will ‘shred’ the brussels sprouts to make them easier to eat.
Shredding will also make the brussels sprouts blend in with the other ingredients as well.
People ask what is the best way to shred brussels sprouts.
Some people will use a strong blender or food processor to shred their sprouts.
However, I find that is is simple to just use a kitchen knife and cut them by hand.
Here is how to prepare the brussels sprouts for this recipe.
I first like to trim off the ends and outer layers and then rinse my sprouts in cold water then allowing them to dry. To shred the sprouts simple cut them lengthwise in half then slice the halves to create shreds.
slice brussels sprouts
Tips for making brussels sprouts salad.
I just mentioned how to rinse and trim the sprouts before cutting them up for this recipe. To shred them, simply cut the sprouts in half and then slice the halves to create the shreds.
Here are some more great tips for you.
- Since brussels sprouts are small, you will not have to make more than a few slices to each half to create the shreds. I suggest using your hands to pull apart the cut pieces to separate the shreds created.
- I like to add dried fruit to add color, texture, and flavor to this salad. Raisins, dried cranberries, or a mix of dried berries are my go-to choices.
- This recipe also goes great with added nuts. I like walnuts, almonds, or pecans for flavor and crunch.
People ask what is honey mustard dressing made of.
This salad goes great with a simple honey Dijon dressing.
To make the dressing friendly to the Mediterranean diet, I am sharing a simple vinaigrette recipe.
How to make honey Dijon Vinaigrette dressing for this salad.
Use a whisk to blend together the ingredients and then toss the the salad in it.
Honey (1 tablespoon, maple syrup for vegans) + Dijon Mustard (1 tablespoon) + Vinegar (¼ cup) + Olive Oil (¾ cup). Feel free to adjust these ingredients or add seasonings as desired. You may not need all of the dressing for your salad as well.
This salad can be made in advance.
I suggest that if you do make this in advance, to not assemble the ingredients until about an hour before you are ready to serve it. Allowing the ingredients to sit for 20 minutes to up to an hour can make this salad taste even better!
By the way, while you are here you may also be interested in these ideas.
- Easiest Greek Salad in Vinaigrette Dressing.
- How to Make Fire Roasted Tomatoes.
- Kale and Quinoa Caesar Salad.
- Mediterranean Style Green Bean Salad.
- Classic Eggplant Caponata.
- Easy Chicken Orzo Salad.
- How to Follow the Mediterranean Diet.
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Delicious Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
Delicious Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
I mentioned above that I rinse and trim the brussels sprouts before shredding them for this recipe. To shred brussels sprouts, simply cut the sprouts in half and then slice the halves to create the shreds, using your hands as needed to separate the shreds.
I also shared a simple vinaigrette dressing for this salad.
Use a whisk to blend together the ingredients and then toss the the salad in it.
Honey (1 tablespoon) + Dijon Mustard (1 tablespoon, Maple syrup for vegans) + Vinegar (¼ cup) + Olive Oil (¾ cup). Feel free to adjust these ingredients or add seasonings as desired. You may not need all of the dressing for your salad as well.
Ingredients needed for this Delicious Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
- Brussels Sprouts- 1 pound. You can use knife, mandolin, or food processor to shave or shred your brussels sprouts. I shared that I like to rinse and trim the sprouts before cutting them up for this recipe. To shred them, simply cut the sprouts in half and then slice the halves to create the shreds. Cheat alert- you can sometimes find Brussels sprouts shredded or shaved in the produce department of your local grocery store. 🙂
- Onion- 1 small. Thinly slice the onions.
- Radish- 1-3 sliced as desired.
- Sprouts- ½ cup. Optional. Sunflower seeds are a nice alternative.
- Dried Fruit- ⅓ cup. I like Raisins, dried cranberries, or a mix of dried berries as my go-to choices.
- Vinaigrette Dressing- ½ to 1 cup as needed. You can use your choice for vinaigrette dressing or the one I have shared above.
- Nuts- ⅓ cup. I like walnuts, almonds, or pecans for flavor and crunch. Toasted nuts taste even better in this salad.
How to make a Simple and Delicious Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad.
- Prepare the brussels sprouts as indicated, shredding or shaving them. Then transfer the sprouts to a large bowl (or refrigerate them for up to two days in a sealed bag or air tight container).
- Place the onion and radish into the large bowl with the brussels sprouts and give the ingredients a quick toss. You can add the optional sprouts as well. Then add the dried fruit.
- Whisk the dressing until well blended and the drizzle about half of it over the salad. Toss the salad and then add additional dressing as needed.
- Cover and refrigerate the salad for 20 minutes up to an hour.
- Add the nuts to the bowl, give the ingredients a quick toss and serve. You can add cheese if desired.
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Delicious Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad, an easy vegan, low fat, and Mediterranean diet friendly salad recipe
Delicious Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
Ingredients
- Brussels Sprouts- 1 pound. Shaved or shredded.
- Onion- 1 small red. Thinly slice the onions.
- Radish- 1-3 sliced as desired.
- Sprouts- ½ cup. Optional.
- Dried Fruit- ⅓ cup.
- Vinaigrette Dressing- ½ to 1 cup as needed.
- Nuts- ⅓ cup.
Instructions
- Prepare the brussels sprouts as indicated, shredding or shaving them. Then transfer the sprouts to a large bowl (or refrigerate them for up to two days in a sealed bag or air tight container).
- Place the onion and radish into the large bowl with the brussels sprouts and give the ingredients a quick toss. You can add the optional sprouts as well. Then add the dried fruit.
- Whisk the dressing until well blended and the drizzle about half of it over the salad. Toss the salad and then add additional dressing as needed.
- Cover and refrigerate the salad for 20 minutes up to an hour.
- Add the nuts to the bowl, give the ingredients a quick toss and serve. You can add cheese if desired.
Recipe Notes
Honey (1 tablespoon) + Dijon Mustard (1 tablespoon, Maple syrup for vegans) + Vinegar (¼ cup) + Olive Oil (¾ cup). Feel free to adjust these ingredients or add seasonings as desired. You may not need all of the dressing for your salad as well.
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Nutrition
Please note: Nutritional data has been calculated using a tool that comes with this recipe card and not by me. This means that Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that you use. The accuracy of this tool may differ from other tools as expected. Also note that there is no instructional value to the video that may be attached to this recipe. It is only there for visual pleasure. For more information about the images in this recipe, please refer the the recipe instructions. Thank you!
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