Description
This Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad is a fresh, crunchy, and flavorful dish perfect for fall and winter. Featuring sweet apples, candied pecans, and red onions, all tossed in a homemade honey apple cider vinaigrette, this salad is an easy yet nutritious side dish. The Brussels sprouts are raw and shaved for a crisp texture, and the dressing brings the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz. shaved Brussels sprouts (see notes)
- 1 large apple, sliced (Fuji, Honeycrisp, or your favorite variety)
- 1/2 cup candied pecans, roughly chopped (see notes)
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
For the Dressing:
- 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (adjust to taste)
- Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (plus more if needed)
Instructions
- Make the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking to create a smooth, emulsified dressing.
- Assemble the Salad: Add shaved Brussels sprouts, sliced apple, chopped candied pecans, and thinly sliced red onion to the bowl.
- Toss and Serve: Mix everything well to evenly coat the ingredients in the dressing. The more you toss, the more the Brussels sprouts will soften slightly. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve immediately or see notes for make-ahead options.
Notes
- Shaved Brussels Sprouts: You can buy pre-shaved Brussels sprouts or thinly slice them yourself using a sharp knife, mandoline, or food processor.
- Candied Pecans Alternative: If you prefer, substitute with plain toasted pecans or other nuts like walnuts or almonds.
- Make-Ahead Tip: To prepare in advance, mix the dressing and store separately. Toss everything together just before serving to keep it fresh.
- Variations: Add crumbled feta or goat cheese, dried cranberries, or pumpkin seeds for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 242 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg