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November 16, 2021

Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad

Name: Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 4 cups brussels sprouts (shaved (from 1 lb) or buy pre-shaved); 1 medium honeycrisp apple (chopped (or any crisp apple)); 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded or shaved); 1/3 cup sunflower seeds (toasted, (or pine nuts)); 1/3 cup chives (chopped); 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from 1 large or 2 medium lemons); 1 tsp dijon mustard; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp salt

Fresh Brussels Sprout Salad is full of crunch, color, and the best flavors of Fall. This salad is so easy to make but feels special enough to serve on Thanksgiving (p.s. there’s a make-ahead option).

We love brussels sprouts recipes, from Roasted Brussels Sprouts with crispy bacon to creamy Brussels Sprouts in Alfredo. Even my kids love them, which means they must be really great recipes (wink-wink).

Shaved Brussels sprouts salad in white bowl

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How to Shave Brussels Sprouts

In a pinch, you can buy a bag of shaved brussels sprouts, but slicing your own will give you the freshest tasting salad. Start by trimming the ends then chop them up using one of these methods:

Mandoline Slicer – this will give the Brussels a restaurant-quality appearance and a super consistent texture. To protect your hands, use safety gloves.
Knife – Use a sharp knife to slice the sprouts as thinly as possible. A little tedious, but it gets the job done.
Food Processor (EASIEST) – If you don’t have the patience for slicing the brussels with a knife, use your food processor with the slicing disk attachment. Add the whole brussels sprouts into the feed tube and push through using the feed tube pusher.

Ingredients for Brussels Sprout Salad

Brussels sprouts – If you can, buy brussels on the stalk (they have the most flavor)
Sunflower seeds – Opt for roasted sunflower seeds versus raw for a nice crunch (you can also substitute with pine nuts, chopped walnuts or pecans, pumpkin seeds, or slivered almonds)
Dried cranberries – Cranberries add a nice tang, but raisins also work
Honeycrisp apple – Honeycrisp apples add a nice punch of tart and sweet (you can also use Fuji or your favorite crisp apple)
Parmesan cheese – Parmesan shredded straight off the block has the most flavor (feta cheese, blue cheese, and shaved romano are great options as well)
Chives – definitely opt for fresh chives (not dried)

For the Salad Dressing

Extra virgin olive oil – use the best quality oil you can get
Lemon juice – squeeze fresh lemon juice (avoid concentrate)
Dijon mustard – a little mustard goes a long way to add depth of flavor
Salt & black pepper – adjust to taste

How to Make Brussels Sprout Salad

Prepare Brussels sprouts – Rinse, dry and shave brussels sprouts with your desired method (see the options above)
Toppings – Add apples, cheese, seeds, green onions and cranberries to the bowl
Make the Dressing – In a separate bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients together until well-combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Toss the Salad – Pour the dressing over the salad, toss to combine, and serve immediately.

Tossed Brussels Sprouts salad with salad servers

Make Ahead

If you don’t plan on serving the dressing right away, store the chopped salad in an airtight container separate from the dressing. Slice and add the apples just before serving so they don’t discolor. Only toss the salad right before serving to prevent it from turning soggy.

Common Questions

Is it safe to eat raw brussels sprouts?

Raw brussels sprouts are safe to eat and are packed with fiber and nutrients. Shaving makes them easier to chew.

How long do shaved brussels sprouts stay fresh?

When stored in an airtight container, shaved brussels sprouts will keep fresh for up to two weeks.

How do you know if shaved brussels sprouts are bad?

You’ll know they have gone bad when they turn brown or moldy. They will also have a more sour flavor and smell.

Do you need to soak brussels sprouts before using them?

Soaking isn’t necessary. If they look unusually dirty, you can soak them in cold water for 20 minutes. It’s usually sufficient to just rinse and remove the wilted and dry outer leaves.

What else can you add to this salad?

A couple of other welcome additions include bacon bits, minced garlic, red onion, or shallots. It’s a pretty versatile dish, so feel free to get creative.

If you haven’t tried fresh shaved Brussels Sprouts in a salad, I hope you’re feeling adventurous because you are in a for a treat.

More Fall Side Dishes

Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad

4.95 from 37 votes

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad is full of crunch, color, and flavor. It highlights all the best fall flavors and is definitely holiday worthy.

Author: Natalya Drozhzhin

Skill Level: Easy

Cost to Make: $10-$12

Keyword: brussels sprout salad, shaved brussels sprouts salad

Cuisine: American

Course: Salad, Side Dish

Calories: 221

Servings: 6 people as a side salad

Ingredients

4 cups brussels sprouts, shaved (from 1 lb) or buy pre-shaved
1 medium honeycrisp apple, chopped (or any crisp apple)
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded or shaved
1/3 cup sunflower seeds, toasted, (or pine nuts)
1/3 cup chives, chopped

Dressing

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, from 1 large or 2 medium lemons
1 tsp dijon mustard
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

Rinse and pat dry brussels sprouts. Trim off the stems and remove and discard any dry or wilted leaves. Shave brussels sprouts with your desired method* and place them in a large bowl.
Top the shaved Brussels sprouts with chopped apple, cranberries, parmesan cheese, sunflower seeds, and chives.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients: olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
Just before serving, pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Recipe Notes

*To shave Brussels sprouts:

By hand – cut in half and shave with a knife
With a mandolin slicer
With a food processor fitted with a slicing disk

Nutrition Facts

Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad

Amount Per Serving

Calories 221 Calories from Fat 135

% Daily Value*

Fat 15g23%

Saturated Fat 3g19%

Polyunsaturated Fat 3g

Monounsaturated Fat 8g

Cholesterol 4mg1%

Sodium 309mg13%

Potassium 337mg10%

Carbohydrates 20g7%

Fiber 4g17%

Sugar 12g13%

Protein 6g12%

Vitamin A 604IU12%

Vitamin C 57mg69%

Calcium 103mg10%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition Disclosure

Natalya Drozhzhin

Natalya is a food blogger who founded Momsdish.com to make cooking easier. Growing up on a farm in Ukraine, Natalya was inspired by the amazing dishes that were prepared using simple ingredients. Natalya is most notably known for making cooking approachable for any person.