This shaved Brussels sprout salad has become my go-to winter salad! The colors are beautiful! Plus, this has the BEST toppings- bacon, walnuts, apples, grated Parmesan, and pomegranate seeds! Yum-my!!!

So, I can be a little picky when it comes to salads. Truly, I don't want to be...but, certain flavors and textures get me. And, salads often involve a lot of things I just do not like.

Honestly, I wish I LOVED all salads, but I've accepted that it just will never happen. Luckily, I have found a few salads I do enjoy. And, if I like a salad- you know it MUST be good!

Grilled Buffalo Chicken Salad

Cranberry & Lime Kale Salad

Gluten Free Panzanella

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When cooked correctly- I LOVE Brussels sprouts! They can be a little tricky to prepare. Steamed is just not a good look. And, when not cooked correctly- they can turn into a mushy, smelly mess. Sautéed or roasted are the ways to go! And, bacon and/or butter makes everything better! Brussels sprouts can also be eaten raw. They are crunchy, with a slightly bitter flavor. Personally, I wouldn't munch on these raw, but with dressing and toppings- the crisp, mostly mild flavor makes the perfect salad base!  

This salad makes a fun winter side dish or simply add more protein to turn this into a meal!

Brussels Sprout Salad Variations

• Fruit- pears, apples, dried cranberries, pomegranate seeds
• Nuts- walnuts, pecans, almonds
• Seeds- sunflower, pumpkin  
• Dressing- balsamic vinaigrette, lemon & olive oil dressing
• Other- onions, blue cheese, garlic

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Ingredients in Winter Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad

Brussels Sprouts

Olive Oil or Bacon Grease

Apples

Bacon

Parmesan

Walnuts

Pomegranate Seeds

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How to Shave Brussels Sprouts

There are four common methods for shaving Brussels sprouts. First, you need to wash and trim the sprouts. Then, pick a method and shred!

• Buy already shaved- the fastest and easiest method!
• Knife- takes a bit of time, but is very simple to do. Slice each sprout into 4-5 slices. Then, lay pieces flat on the cutting board and make 4-5 cuts to create long, thin pieces.
• Food Processor- faster, but requires more clean-up. Using a shredding or grating attachment, feed sprouts into the processor.
• Mandoline- hold the stem while moving the sprout back and forth over the mandoline.

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How to Make Super Simple Almond Butter Dressing

This recipe only requires 3 ingredients- but it's so good!

• Almond Butter
• Coconut Aminos or Soy Sauce
• Water

Whisk ingredients in a small bowl, until a pourable dressing is formed. Store dressing in the fridge.

What do raw Brussels sprouts taste like?

Similar to cabbage, raw sprouts are mild and crunchy, with a slightly bitter flavor. You can enjoy raw or lightly sauté in olive oil or bacon grease.

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