Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad Recipe
This Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad is a fresh and vibrant dish featuring finely shredded Brussels sprouts tossed with crunchy toasted walnuts, sharp parmesan cheese, and a zesty lemon-Dijon dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing side, this salad combines crisp textures and tangy flavors, with an optional hint of sweetness from honey or maple syrup to balance the acidity.
- Author: Grace
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Salad Ingredients
- 1 ½ lb. fresh Brussels sprouts
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (toasted or raw)
- ½ red onion, small diced
- 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Dressing Ingredients
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp pepper
- Salt to taste
- Optional: 1-2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup to add to dressing
- Prep the Brussels Sprouts: Rinse Brussels sprouts thoroughly and trim off the ends. Cut each sprout in half to prepare them for shredding.
- Shred the Sprouts: Place the halved Brussels sprouts in a food processor and pulse until finely shredded. Alternatively, use a mandoline slicer for even thin slices. Transfer the shredded sprouts to a large mixing bowl.
- Add Salad Components: Add the small diced red onion, shredded parmesan cheese, and chopped walnuts to the bowl with the shredded sprouts. Toss everything together to combine evenly.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, pepper, and salt. If desired, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of honey or maple syrup for a touch of sweetness.
- Combine and Toss: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to ensure all ingredients are coated evenly with the dressing.
- Serve or Chill: Enjoy the salad immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve for a chilled, crisp option.
Notes
- To toast walnuts, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant, stirring often to avoid burning.
- Use a food processor with a shredding or slicing blade for quickest results, or a mandoline for uniform shreds.
- The optional honey or maple syrup is a great addition if you prefer a sweeter dressing.
- This salad is best eaten fresh but can be stored chilled for up to 24 hours without losing texture.
- Substitute parmesan with vegan cheese to make this salad vegan-friendly.
Keywords: Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad, Brussels Sprouts, Walnut Salad, Parmesan Salad, No-Cook Salad, Healthy Salad, Vegetarian Salad, Lemon Dijon Dressing