Simple Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

This Simple Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad is my favorite fall salad and it tastes even better the next day! It’s crunchy, flavorful, and makes for the perfect holiday appetizer. Brussels sprouts are one of my favorite veggies and I love incorporating them into this delicious salad. You have to try it and love it as much as we do – enjoy!

How To Make My Simple Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

Here’s a video of how I put together the Simple Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad together. For another delicious salad, check out my Festive Kale Salad recipe.

Ingredients – For The Vinaigrette

• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (from about ½ medium lemon)
• 1 shallot, roughly chopped
• 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• Kosher salt to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Ingredients – For The Brussels Sprouts

1. 5 cups brussels sprouts, finely shaved
2. 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3. ⅓ cup toasted pine nuts
4. ½ cup dried cranberries
5. ½ cup pomegranate seeds, plus more for garnish
6. 1 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, finely grated plus more for garnish

Step-By-Step Recipe Method For The Vinaigrette

1. Add the olive oil, lemon juice, shallot, white balsamic, honey, salt and pepper to a food processor and pulse until completely smooth, about 1 minute.
2. Set aside and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step-By-Step Recipe Method For The Brussels Sprouts

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shaved Brussels sprouts and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Using your hands, massage the sprouts until they are slightly tender.
2. Add the pine nuts, cranberries, pomegranate seeds and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Dress with the vinaigrette to taste (recipe above) and toss to combine until well coated.
3. Transfer to a serving bowl and garish with more pomegranate seeds, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and freshly cracked black pepper if desired.