Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad combines finely sliced Brussels and pears, sweet dried cherries, tangy goat cheese, and crunchy slivered almonds, with a delicious creamy dressing. This crunchy salad is hearty and flavorful and makes great leftovers!
Brussels Sprouts Salad
You know you have a thing for Brussels Sprouts when you have a little collection going on the blog. Let me see. I’m counting 10 recipes with these little cabbages. I guess that means I’m a fan. (Like a HUGE fan!) Are you?
Other Recipes with Brussels Sprouts:
The following are a few of our favorites. But you could also type in “Brussels Sprouts” in the search bar to find your favorite side dish.
Why This Recipe Works:
- INTERESTING TEXTURE – The shaved sprouts are super crunchy and can occasionally be on the bitter side. However, if you like them, you’ll love this salad. The thin slices of Brussels sprouts are combined with so many other flavors and textures – crunchy, creamy, and chewy. Delicious!
- FULL OF FLAVOR – We enjoy this raw sprouts salad at dinner parties or for a holiday dinner. The flavor is a perfect combination of greens, cheese, fruit, nuts, and a creamy Dijon dressing. A crowd-pleaser!
- EASY TO PREP AHEAD – This is the perfect fall salad for holiday gatherings. You can easily prep everything ahead of time (except the pears), store separately, and then combine them shortly before mealtime.
Ingredients Used:
These are simple to find ingredients in your local grocery stores. The most important thing is to get quality ingredients. The fresher the better!
- Raw Brussels Sprouts – You’ll want about 5 cups of shredded sprouts or 1 pound (after removing outer leaves and stem).
- Green Onions
- Ripe Pears
- Dried Cherries – You could also try dried cranberries or other dried fruit.
- Crumbled Goat Cheese
- Slivered Almonds – Instead of almonds, try sunflower seeds, pecans, pine nuts, or another nut.
- Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
- Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Dijon Mustard
- Granulated Sugar – Or use honey instead
- Kosher Salt & black Pepper
How to make Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad Recipe:
Step 1
Make dressing. In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients – olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon Mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper. Use a whisk to combine well. Transfer dressing to a small mason jar.
Step 2
Prep Brussels Sprouts. Remove the outer leaves of each Brussels Sprout and slice off the hard stem end. Then use a sharp chef’s knife and a cutting board to slice in half and then shave the veggies. The thinner the better.
Step 3
Toast the almonds. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the slivered almonds and cook until golden brown and fragrant, stirring frequently. Don’t burn them!
Step 4
Assemble salad. Add the thinly shaved Brussels sprouts to the serving bowl. Add green onions. Then layer the thinly sliced pears, slivered almonds, dried cherries, and crumbled goat cheese.
Step 5
Add salad dressing. Drizzle the creamy dressing over the Brussels Sprouts Salad and stir well to evenly coat the ingredients.
Step 6
Serve. Serve salad in individual serving bowls.
To Prep Salad Ahead:
- Make dressing. Combine dressing ingredients and store in a mason jar in the refrigerator.
- Prep Brussels Sprouts and green onions and store in a ziplock bag.
- Toast almonds and store in a small bowl (covered).
- Combine the ingredients when ready to serve.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for a day or two. The pears may turn a little brown so I recommend adding only as much as you need.
What to Serve with Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad:
We love this salad with any protein, and especially for a holiday meal. Try one of the following.
- Smoked Pork Butt Recipe
- Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon
- Baked Lemon Garlic Chicken
- Smoked Spatchcock Turkey
Recipe FAQs:
Raw Brussels sprouts have a crisp texture and a slightly bitter, earthy taste. Some folks describe the flavor as cabbage-like (as Brussels sprouts are part of the same family as cabbage). The bitterness can vary from one Brussels sprout to another, and it tends to be more pronounced in larger, older sprouts.
Instead of thinly slicing the Brussels Sprouts, you could 1) use a food processor, or 2) buy the package sprouts. However, the food processor tends to grind them up too much or make them uneven, and the package sprouts are often poorly shaved with too many hard ends. You can also try using a mandoline slicer if you have one (but watch out, they are sharp!). I highly recommend using a sharp knife instead.
Brussels sprouts are low in calories and carbs, but high in many nutrients, including Vitamin C and Vitamin K. They are an excellent source of fiber and make you full for longer. Try these shredded sprouts.
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xoxo ~Sue
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 4-5 cups Brussels sprouts (or about one pound) – outer-leaves removed and shaved
- 2 large pears – sliced thin
- 1/4 cup green onion – diced
- 3/4 cup slivered almonds – toasted
- 3/4 cup dried cherries – or use another type of dried fruit
- 3/4 cup goat cheese – crumbled
For the dressing:
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice – freshly squeezed
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Make dressing. In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients – olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon Mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper. Use a whisk to combine well. Transfer dressing to a small mason jar.
- Prep Brussels Sprouts. Remove the outer leaves of each Brussels Sprout and slice off the hard stem end. Then use a sharp chef's knife and a cutting board to slice in half and then shave the veggies. The thinner the better.
- Toast the almonds. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the slivered almonds and cook until golden brown and fragrant, stirring frequently. Don't burn them!
- Assemble salad. Add the thinly shaved Brussels sprouts to the serving bowl. Add green onions. Then layer the thinly sliced pears, slivered almonds, dried cherries, and crumbled goat cheese.
Notes
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- Make dressing. Combine dressing ingredients and store in a mason jar in the refrigerator.
- Prep Brussels Sprouts and green onions and store in a ziplock bag.
- Toast almonds and store in a small bowl (covered).
- Combine the ingredients when ready to serve.
I did not know a salad could taste this good! That goat cheese rocks!