Description
This vibrant Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad is a quick and easy dish featuring finely sliced Brussels sprouts tossed with a tangy honey-Dijon dressing, sweet craisins, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for a light lunch or as a fresh side dish, it combines crisp textures and a balance of sweet and savory flavors in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 bag Brussels sprouts (1 lb)
- ⅓ cup craisins
- ¼ cup crushed pecans
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Dressing
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tsp honey
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Shave Brussels Sprouts: Using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife, thinly shave the Brussels sprouts. Transfer the shaved Brussels sprouts into a large serving bowl to prepare for mixing.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, and salt until the dressing is smooth and fully combined.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: Add the craisins and crushed pecans to the bowl with the shaved Brussels sprouts, distributing them evenly.
- Add Dressing: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the serving bowl.
- Toss and Season: Gently toss the salad to ensure all components are well coated with the dressing. Finish by sprinkling freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Notes
- For best texture, shave the Brussels sprouts just before serving to prevent wilting.
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds if preferred.
- Adjust honey quantity based on your preferred sweetness level.
- This salad can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated; toss again just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
