Brussels Sprouts Salad with Maple Mustard Dressing
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Brussels Sprouts Salad with Maple Mustard Dressing, a powerhouse of flavor and texture that’s perfect for any season. Thinly shredded Brussels sprouts form the fresh and crunchy base, complemented by sweet-tart dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and savory Parmesan cheese. The star of the dish is the luscious dressing—a harmonious blend of maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of garlic—that ties everything together with a tangy-sweet sophistication. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy salad is a versatile addition to your menu, whether served as a refreshing side dish or transformed into a complete meal with the addition of grilled chicken or tofu. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, it’s a must-try for lovers of modern, wholesome cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Brussels sprouts
- 50 grams Dried cranberries
- 50 grams Pecans (toasted and chopped)
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese (shredded)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 1.5 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and trim the Brussels sprouts. Remove any damaged outer leaves and thinly slice them using a sharp knife or a food processor with a shredding attachment.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded Brussels sprouts, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and shredded Parmesan cheese. Set aside.
To prepare the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to ensure all the ingredients are coated evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to preference.
Cover the salad and let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the salad immediately as a refreshing side dish or top with grilled chicken or tofu for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.7 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 21 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 2229 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.5 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.8 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.4 g | ||
| Protein | 34.0 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 530 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 292 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
