Description
A fresh, crunchy Brussels Sprout Salad with cranberries, toasted nuts, and a tangy dressing, perfect for lunch, sides, or holiday meals.
Ingredients
4 cups Brussels sprouts, finely shredded
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup toasted pecans or walnuts
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Shave or finely slice Brussels sprouts and place in a large bowl.
2. Combine dried cranberries, toasted nuts, Parmesan, and red onion with sprouts.
3. Whisk olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
4. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss until coated.
5. Serve immediately or store dressing separately for later.
Notes
For a protein boost, add grilled chicken, turkey, or tofu.
Add apple or pear slices for extra sweetness.
Store dressing separately to keep salad crisp.
Vegan option: skip Parmesan or use a plant-based alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg