Nut-Free Brussels Sprouts Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Bright, zesty, and absolutely irresistible, this Nut-Free Brussels Sprouts Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a refreshing twist on a classic. Shredded Brussels sprouts form the hearty base, with sweet pops of dried cranberries, creamy crumbled feta, and thinly sliced red onion coming together in perfect harmony. The star of the dish is the homemade lemon vinaigrette—a tangy blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard—that effortlessly ties the flavors together. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking involved, this quick and easy salad is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or as a nutrient-packed side dish. Plus, it's completely nut-free, making it a safe and inclusive option for those with allergies. Serve it fresh or chilled for a bright, flavor-packed dish that will steal the spotlight!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Brussels sprouts
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 75 grams Dried cranberries
- 100 grams Feta cheese
- 60 ml Olive oil
- 30 ml Lemon juice
- 15 ml Honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the Brussels sprouts thoroughly under cold running water and trim the ends. Remove any yellow or brown outer leaves.
Using a sharp knife or a mandolin, thinly slice the Brussels sprouts into shreds. Alternatively, you can use a food processor fitted with the slicing attachment for quick shredding.
Halve the red onion and thinly slice it into half-moon shapes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded Brussels sprouts, sliced red onion, dried cranberries, and crumbled feta cheese.
To prepare the lemon vinaigrette, in a small bowl or a mason jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the vinaigrette over the Brussels sprouts mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or a splash of lemon juice as preferred.
Serve immediately as a fresh salad or chilled as a light and refreshing dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1354 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.5 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.1 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 2788 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.9 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.5 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.1 g | ||
| Protein | 32.8 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 650 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 245 mg | 5% | |
*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.
