I love brussels sprouts. Just love em! I think every Thanksgiving menu should include brussels sprouts in some form. I have recipes for both Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Pan Fried Brussels Sprouts. I wanted to try a shaved brussels sprouts salad and loved the result. A tangy vinaigrette, parmesan cheese, slivered almonds and dried cherries give this salad all the things: flavor, texture, crunch.. It can also be easily modified with what you have on hand. Use any nut instead of slivered almonds, I think this would be great with pistachios or toasted pine nuts. You can also swap out the dried cherrys for dried cranberries, craisins or even figs. It all comes together with my favorite vinaigrette. You could shave the brussels sprouts and make the vinaigrette ahead of time so all you have to do day of is toss the salad. I shaved the brussels sprouts by hand with my mandolin/veggie chopper, but you can also buy pre-shaved brussels sprouts at the grocery store! This is a great Friendsgiving/Thanksgiving recipe, but Dave and I also love it for a simple dinner at home. Just add some grilled chicken or shrimp on the side.
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad, feeds 8-10 as a side
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb brussels sprouts, shaved (I used a mandolin to do this, but you can also buy them shaved)
- 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 cup slivered almonds
- 3/4 cup dried cherries
- 2/3 cup olive oil
- juice of 1/2 lemon or about 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Directions
- Make vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic, dijon, honey, salt and pepper.
- Add brussels sprouts, parmesan, almonds and cherries to a large bowl. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to combine.
- Let sit for at 15 minutes before serving to let vinaigrette set in.
Who’s ready for Friendsgiving?! I’ll be sharing more recipe inspo throughout the month.
Biscuits & blessings,
Leels
