Description
Crisp shaved brussels sprouts salad dazzles with sweet pomegranate seeds and crunchy candied pecans, creating a symphony of textures and flavors. Delightful ingredients dance together, promising a memorable culinary experience you’ll savor with each refreshing bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups brussels sprouts, thinly shaved
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup candied pecans
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Dressing Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Using a sharp knife or mandoline, carefully shred Brussels sprouts into thin, delicate ribbons, ensuring uniform texture.
- Mince red onion into fine, translucent slivers to distribute subtle sharpness throughout the salad.
- Toast candied pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, releasing their nutty aroma and enhancing crunchiness.
- Create a vibrant dressing by whisking olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified and glossy.
- Combine shredded Brussels sprouts, pomegranate seeds, toasted candied pecans, and minced red onion in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Drizzle prepared dressing over the salad, gently tossing to ensure every ingredient is evenly coated and glistening.
- Optional: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese for an extra layer of tangy, creamy richness.
- Serve immediately for optimal texture or chill for up to an hour to allow flavors to meld and intensify.
Notes
- Slice Brussels sprouts extra thin using a sharp knife or mandoline for the most delicate texture and even coating of dressing.
- Toast pecans briefly before candying to enhance their nutty flavor and create a more complex crunch in the salad.
- Massage the shaved Brussels sprouts with a bit of salt to soften their raw texture and reduce bitterness, making them more palatable.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time and assemble just before serving to maintain the crisp texture of sprouts and prevent wilting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg