Description
A vibrant and crunchy Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad tossed with toasted pecans, pepitas, sweet honeycrisp apple slices, dried cherries, and fresh pomegranate seeds, all coated in a luscious creamy maple dressing. This refreshing salad is perfect for gatherings and adds a delightful mix of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad
- 1½ pounds large Brussels sprouts, very thinly sliced
- ½ cup pepitas
- 1½ cups pecan halves, toasted
- 1 large honeycrisp apple, cored, sliced
- 1½ cups dried cherries
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds (from 1 pomegranate)
Creamy Maple Dressing
- ¾ cup creamy maple dressing (prepared separately)
Instructions
- Prepare the Brussels sprouts: Using a sharp knife or mandoline, very thinly slice the large Brussels sprouts to create a delicate shredded texture that forms the base of the salad.
- Toast the pecans: Lightly toast the pecan halves in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant and slightly golden, about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shaved Brussels sprouts, toasted pecans, pepitas, sliced honeycrisp apple, dried cherries, and fresh pomegranate seeds.
- Add the dressing: Pour the creamy maple dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently but thoroughly to ensure every component is well coated with the dressing.
- Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or platter and serve family style immediately to preserve the freshness and crisp texture of the ingredients.
Notes
- To thinly slice Brussels sprouts, trim the bottoms and carefully shred using a mandoline or sharp knife.
- To toast pecans, heat them in a dry pan over medium heat until they release a nutty aroma, then let them cool before adding to the salad.
- The creamy maple dressing can be prepared in advance and refrigerated for convenience.
- This salad is best served fresh to maintain the crispness of the Brussels sprouts and apples.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
