Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
This simple and tasty shaved Brussels sprout salad is topped with apple and walnuts for crunch, and tossed in a delicious maple dijon dressing. Not only it this recipe diabetes-friendly but it requires only a handful of ingredients and can be prepared in 15 minutes or less!
Servings: 5
Calories: 226.1kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts trimmed
- ½ cup walnuts chopped
- 1 apple cored and chopped
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
Instructions
- Using a food processor, mandoline, or a sharp knife, shred the Brussels sprouts thinly. Rinse the shredded Brussels sprouts and transfer to a large salad bowl.1 lb Brussels sprouts
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined and emulsified.3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, ¼ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper
- To the shredded Brussels sprouts, add the walnuts, apples, and red onion. Toss everything together to combine.½ cup walnuts, 1 apple, ¼ cup red onion
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Cooking Tips
- Achieving thin slices: For the best texture in the salad, try to slice the Brussels sprouts as thinly as possible. A mandoline slicer can be particularly effective for getting even, thin slices.
- Balancing flavors: The sweetness of the apple and maple syrup in the dressing pairs well with the slight bitterness of the Brussels sprouts. Adjust the amount of maple syrup based on your preference for sweetness.
- Adding protein: To make this salad a more filling meal, consider adding a protein source such as grilled chicken, tofu, or chickpeas.
- Letting the salad marinate: Allowing the salad to sit for about 10 minutes before serving gives time for the Brussels sprouts to slightly soften and absorb the flavors of the dressing, enhancing the overall taste of the dish.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
Amount per Serving
Calories
226.1
% Daily Value*
Fat
16.5
g
25
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Sodium
173.7
mg
8
%
Potassium
474.4
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
18.5
g
6
%
Fiber
5.4
g
23
%
Sugar
8.9
g
10
%
Protein
5.2
g
10
%
Vitamin C
79.5
mg
96
%
Calcium
60.9
mg
6
%
Iron
1.8
mg
10
%
Magnesium
44.7
mg
11
%
Zinc
0.8
mg
5
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.