I love brussels sprouts. They’re SO simple to make in any of all forms, and they always taste like a more elevated version of the rest of the veggies that make it onto the plate, don’t you think?! I’m a fan of them cooked any way from fried and crispy to tender and slow-cooked; they always hit the spot.
Today’s take on brussels sprouts is celebrating them raw in a shaved brussels sprouts salad that reminds me a lot of a healthier version of coleslaw. It’s light, tangy and delightfully crunchy. And thanks to its versatile, goes-with-everything flavor, this shaved brussels sprouts salad can be served as a great main dish with grilled chicken or a fantastic accompanying side salad dish.
Tell me, will you be whipping up this easy shaved brussels sprouts salad tonight?! Truly, MKR
- 2 bags of brussels to serve 4 people as a main dish - serves 6 if it's a side salad
- 1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts, lightly toasted
- 1 cup grated parmesan, plus additional for garnish
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1/2 medium shallot, finely chopped
- salt and pepper, to taste
- red pepper flakes (optional)
- Finely chop the brussels sprouts.*
- Lightly toast the walnuts.
- Combine all of the salad ingredients in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix the dressing. Dress the salad.
- *You have to use a mandolin to shave the brussels; you literally want them like coleslaw. It would be really hard to do with a knife! Or a great alternative is the bag of shredded brussels sprouts from Trader Joe's!
My family absolutely loved this salad! It is amazingly delicious! Thank you so very much for sharing this recipe. I love it!
YAY!!!! You just literally made my day! xo