Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
Brussels Sprouts Slaw Salad with honey crisp apples, feta cheese, toasted pecans, and tart pomegranate seeds is beautiful and out-of-this-world delicious! Loaded with crunch, this light, fresh salad is perfect for holiday celebration and easy enough to make for a weeknight meal.
Servings: 8
Calories: 323kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound shaved brussels sprouts
- ½ cup pecans
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup chopped Honey Crisp apple
- ½ cup pomegranate seeds
Dressing
- ¾ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Place pecans on a sheet pan and roast in the oven for 5 minutes. Let cool then chop.
- In a small bowl or jar with a lid, add olive oil, vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk together or shake until well blended.
- To a large bowl, add shaved brussels sprouts, chopped pecans, feta cheese, and Honey Crisp apple. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat all ingredients. Add pomegranate seeds. Toss gently and adjust seasoning.
- Cover and place in the refrigerator to chill for 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Recipe Variations:
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- Add Protein: Include grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas to make it a complete meal.
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- Nuts and Seeds: Swap pecans for walnuts, almonds, or sunflower seeds for a different crunch.
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- Cheese Options: Goat cheese or blue cheese can replace feta for a new flavor profile.
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- Fruit Substitutions: Use dried cranberries, fresh oranges, or pears instead of apples or pomegranate seeds.
Nutrition
Calories: 323kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 541mg | Potassium: 307mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 521IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 125mg | Iron: 1mg