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    Make It Skinny Please » Recipes » Salads » Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad

    Published: Oct 14, 2022 by Toni Dash · 13 Comments

    Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad

    Weight Watchers Points2
    Calories: 109kcal
    Carbs: 12g
    Protein: 4g
    Fats: 6g
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    shaved brussels sprouts salad .

    This beautiful Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad is the perfect salad when you want something a little different for a weeknight dinner or for a holiday meal.

    shaved brussels sprouts salad .

    This unique salad is full of thin slices of Brussels sprouts (raw), spicy onion, sweet crunchy pomegranate seeds and almonds. It's a really great salad anytime.

    Unlike roasted Brussels sprouts this shredded Brussels sprouts salad a slightly peppery or bitter flavor to wake up your palate making it a perfect side dish for roasted meats or our Instant Pot Turkey Breast or Air Fryer Cornish Hens. The flavor of the shredded sprouts are complemented by the sweet, tart pomegranate and herbaceous parsley.

    As much as we love the crunchiness of the freshly prepared salad it's also great a couple days later. The Brussels sprouts soften and soak in the dressing which mellows the flavor too.

    When you are considering Thanksgiving side dishes this shaved Brussels sprout salad recipe is a great addition. Full of fresh ingredients, bold flavors, it's a great combination of flavors to add to your next holiday dinners. 

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    •  What makes this skinny?
    • Recipe Ingredient Notes
    • 3 Ways to shred Brussels sprouts
    • How to make Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
    • Variations
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • How to Store
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     What makes this skinny?

    • The salad is full of fresh vegetables and fruits which have great nutrition value as well as low calorie.
    • The nuts add healthy fats, a nice crunch and we've limited the amount to keep the calories in check.
    • The dressing amount is pared down to coat the salad ingredients without overwhelming them which also reduces the calories.

    Recipe Ingredient Notes

    shaved brussels sprouts salad labelled ingredients.

    Brussels Sprouts. You'll use 1 pound of raw Brussels sprouts.

    Red onion. A small red onion peeled and diced.

    Pomegranate seeds (arils). One cup of pomegranate arils (seeds) are used. You can purchase fresh pomegranate seeds or remove them from a pomegranate.

    Slivered almonds. These crunchy almonds add a wonderful texture.

    Italian parsley. Some freshly chopped parsley adds great flavor.

    White balsamic vinegar. This type of balsamic vinegar is milder and slightly less sweet than regular balsamic vinegar. It adds great flavor to the dressing.

    shaved brussels sprouts salad close up.

    3 Ways to shred Brussels sprouts

    There are three ways to shred the sprouts. Before cutting rinse and pat the raw sprouts dry with paper towels. Trim the bottom of each sprout and remove any blemished outer leaves.

    Food processor

    This is our favorite method to slice them and the quickest option. Fit the food processor with a shredding blade or a thin (2mm) slicing blade. Add the Brussels sprouts and the food processor will do the work for you.

    Mandoline Slicer

    These are a handy tool for slicing vegetables to any thickness. Set the thickness to ⅛-1/4 inch thick. Be sure to use a guard to protect your fingers from the slicing blade.

    Sharp knife

    You can also slice the Brussels sprouts by hand with a sharp knife. Using a larger sharp chef's knife is easiest.

    Freshly cut Brussels sprouts taste best in our opinion but you can also purchase shaved sprouts. We used 7 cups of shredded sprouts in the salad.

    shaved brussels sprouts salad ingredients prep.

    How to make Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

    STEP 1. Combine salad ingredients

    In a large bowl add the sprouts. Add the rest of the ingredients to the bowl: diced onion, pomegranate arils, parsley and almonds. Toss to combine (photos 1-2).

    shaved brussels sprouts salad recipe steps 1-4.

    STEP 3. Make salad dressing

    In a small bowl combine the dressing ingredients: olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder and honey. Whisk to combine (photo 3).

    STEP 4. Toss and sit

    Add the dressing and toss to coat the salad ingredients (photo 4). Allow to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.

    Variations

    Toast the almonds. For some different flavor you can toast the almonds. Heat a large skillet on medium to medium-high heat. Add the almonds (no oil) and cook, stirring often, until they become golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat to cool then add to the salad. This really brings out the flavor of the almonds!

    Dried cranberries. The pomegranate seeds can be replaced with dried cranberries. They have more calories so if tracking calories be sure to measure this swap in.

    Add chopped apple. To enhance the sweetness, crunch and add more fresh ingredients add some chopped apple. We love honeycrisp apples but use your favorite sweet apples.

    Swap in shallots. Shallots have a flavor cross between an onion and garlic and aren't as strong in flavor. You can swap them in for the red onion.

    shaved brussels sprouts salad from side.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can this salad be made ahead of time?

    Yes! You can mix the salad ingredients without the dressing and make the dressing separately. Combine them 15-30 minutes before serving. Keep the salad ingredients (the fresh ingredients) in the refrigerator before serving. You can also mix the salad together (with dressing) and keep it in the refrigerator. The Brussels sprouts will continue to soften and absorb the dressing.

    How to Store

    Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The salad will continue to soften as it's stored.

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    Recipe

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    Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad

    Weight Watchers Points2
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    Crunchy, peppery, sweet and tart flavors make this Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad exciting and unique! It's a delicious and a beautiful salad perfect for weeknight meals or holiday dinners!
    5 from 119 votes
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    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Sitting time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 8 1-cup servings (total yield: 8 cups)
    Calories: 109kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Ingredients

    Salad

    • 1 pound Brussels sprouts thinly sliced (see Notes)
    • 1 small red onion diced
    • 1 cup pomegranate Arils
    • ⅓ cup slivered almonds
    • ¼ cup chopped Italian parsley

    Dressing

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
    • 1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon honey
    • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; after salad is assembled and dressing added

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, add all the ingredients of the salad. Toss to combine.
      1 pound Brussels sprouts, 1 small red onion, 1 cup pomegranate Arils, ⅓ cup slivered almonds, ¼ cup chopped Italian parsley
    • In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients.
      2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar, 1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon honey
    • Add the dressing to the salad and toss to coat the fresh ingredients. Salt and pepper to taste.
    • Allow salad to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving for the flavors to blend and Brussels sprouts to soften slightly.

    Notes

    3 ways to shave Brussels sprouts
    • Food processor: use a shredding blade of thin (2mm) slicing blade
    • Mandoline slicer: cut them ⅛-1/4 inch thick. Be sure to use a guard to protect your fingers while slicing
    • Sharp knife: large sharp chef's knife
    • Purchase shaved sprouts: you'll need 7 cups.
    How to store
    Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The salad will continue to soften as it's stored.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 339mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 586IU | Vitamin C: 54mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg
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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR

    TONI DASH
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    Toni Dash, is a Certified Nutritional Coach and certified Weight Loss Specialist, writer/blogger, photographer, chief recipe developer and creator of Make It Skinny Please. She has been developing easy to make, well-tested recipes since 2010. Her slimmed down recipes using real food ingredients bring excitement to the dining table and never taste like 'diet food'. Toni has been featured in numerous publications and on culinary websites for her creative, delicious recipes and travel features. For more details, check out her About page.

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    1. Andrea says

      November 13, 2022 at 11:38 am

      5 stars
      This shaved Brussels sprouts salad was delightful with the almond slivers and pomegranate arils.

      Reply
    2. Gina Abernathy says

      November 13, 2022 at 11:34 am

      5 stars
      I loved everything about this recipe. I can't wait to make this again as a side dish on Thanksgiving.

      Reply
    3. kushigalu says

      November 13, 2022 at 11:13 am

      What a great way to use brussel sprouts. Thanks for the great recipe.

      Reply
    4. Jen says

      November 13, 2022 at 9:51 am

      5 stars
      This is my favorite brussel sprout recipe!! It is so good! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    5. Nancy says

      November 13, 2022 at 9:44 am

      5 stars
      Great holiday side salad L. Adding to the menu

      Reply
    6. Darlene says

      November 13, 2022 at 9:34 am

      5 stars
      Such a great way to use Brussels sprouts. This salad is delicious.

      Reply
    7. Kathleen says

      October 14, 2022 at 9:42 am

      5 stars
      Fresh ingredients and bold flavors makes this Brussel sprouts salad perfect for any occasion.

      Reply
      • Toni Dash says

        October 14, 2022 at 7:07 pm

        So glad you like it!

        Reply
    8. Shadi says

      October 14, 2022 at 9:38 am

      5 stars
      Love how easy this recipe was to make. It’s perfect for our family!

      Reply
    9. Tara says

      October 14, 2022 at 9:16 am

      5 stars
      Yum! This definitely making it again for the holidays. I love that vibrant pop of color from the pomegranate.

      Reply
    10. Katherine says

      October 14, 2022 at 8:25 am

      5 stars
      This is such a great salad - so perfect for healthy thanksgiving!

      Reply
    11. Tere says

      October 14, 2022 at 8:24 am

      5 stars
      I'm a total Brussels sprouts convert thanks to this salad! I love the addition of pomegranate. So good.

      Reply
    12. Jen says

      October 14, 2022 at 8:20 am

      5 stars
      This salad was so refreshing and came out so delicious. We loved it and will make it again.

      Reply

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