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Close up of parmesan brussels sprouts salad with apples and pecans.
Course Salad, Side Dish

Shaved Brussels Sprouts Apple Salad with Parmesan

By: Elysia Cartlidge
Servings 8 servings
With finely shaved shreds of Brussels sprouts, crunchy apples, and nutty pecans, this easy brussels sprouts apple salad is packed with classic fall flavors. It's sweet, hearty, and loaded with texture, but it's the sweet maple Dijon vinaigrette and salty shaved parmesan that make it pop! Quick enough for a busy weeknight, tasty enough for Thanksgiving dinner! {Gluten-free}

Ingredients
  

For the dressing

  • 2/3 cup olive oil
  • 6 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 small garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper

For the salad

  • 1 1/4 pounds Brussel sprouts, thinly shaved
  • 1 large apple, thinly sliced or diced
  • 3/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/3 cup shaved parmesan
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional)

Instructions

  • Cut off the stems of the brussel sprouts and cut them in half, stem side down. Place the flat side of each half on a cutting board and thinly slice using a sharp knife. Alternatively, you can shave the brussels sprouts using the grater attachment on your food processor.
  • Whisk together the dressing in a small bowl or measuring cup. 
  • Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl and mix, reserving some of the shaved parmesan to use as a garnish. Drizzle on desired amount of dressing and toss until all ingredients are well coated. Garnish with some shaved parmesan and serve!

Notes

  • The dressing makes more than you'll probably need. I used a little over half the dressing for this salad. Feel free to use any remaining dressing on other salads throughout the week!
  • The nutritional information is based on using about half the dressing on the salad.
  • The dressed salad is best consumed within 1-2 days, as the quality and presentation starts to deteriorate after day 2. If you want to make it ahead of time, store the dressing in a separate airtight container and dress before just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 221kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 172mgPotassium: 366mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 589IUVitamin C: 63mgCalcium: 93mgIron: 1mg
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