I know, I know. Everyone’s favorite way to eat Brussels sprouts is roasted. I get it. But hear me out. Let’s eat those sprouts raw. Shaved Brussels sprouts are one of my favorite salad bases. It brings such a tasty crunch to salads and holds up well for meal prepping or leftovers.
Why you’ll love this shaved brussel sprout salad
How do you clean Brussels sprouts?
Rinse Brussels sprouts in cold water. Use a small knife to trim off the bottom bit of the stem, then remove any outer leaves that may have blemishes.
How do you shave Brussels sprouts?
There are a few easy ways to shave Brussels sprouts. You can use a mandolin slicer, being sure to use the hand guard for safe slicing. I prefer a food processor, using the slicing disk for ultra-quick shaved sprouts. To shred Brussels sprouts with a knife, we have a full guide on how to cut Brussels sprouts here!
How To Make This Shredded Salad
Making this shredded salad is so easy. You’ll basically just: Thanks to those sturdy sprouts, this salad holds up well in the fridge and can be made a few horus in advance.
Here’s What you’ll Need
Brussels Sprouts: These form the base of the salad, providing a delightful crunch and a mild, slightly nutty flavor. Brussels sprouts are packed with vitamins, so eat up! Apple: The apple adds a refreshing sweetness and a contrasting texture to the salad. You can use virtually any type of apple here. Parmesan or Pecorino Romano: This cheese introduces a rich, savory element, complementing the natural flavors of the Brussels sprouts. Use parmesan for more savory notes, or pecorino for a bit of tang. Dried Cranberries: These little jewels infuse a burst of tartness and chewiness, providing a delightful contrast to the crunchy Brussels sprouts. Pinenuts: Pinenuts offer a subtle, buttery crunch, enhancing the overall texture of the salad.
For the dressing, we’re going with a classic combo: olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper! The tart lemon flavor helps to balance out those bitter Brussels sprouts.
Change It Up
The best part about this salad is that virtually everything can be modified to fit your taste preferences of what you have on hand.
For the sweet element (instead of apples and cranberries) you can use dried cherries, raisins, or fresh pears. For the cheesy element (instead of parmesan) you can use crumbled feta, goat cheese, or smoked gouda. For the dressing (instead of the lemon vinaigrette) you can any type of vinaigrette (grab our guide to making a vinaigrette here) For crunch (instead of the pine nuts) you can use walnuts, sunflower, seeds, pepitas, or croutons.
