Nutrition Facts
Shaved Brussels Salad with Maple Balsamic Dressing
Amount per Serving
Calories
357
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
31.3
g
48
%
Saturated Fat
 
5.4
g
34
%
Sodium
 
336
mg
15
%
Carbohydrates
 
15.3
g
5
%
Fiber
 
2.9
g
12
%
Sugar
 
4.1
g
5
%
Protein
 
12.5
g
25
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Yield: 8

Ingredients:

FOR THE DRESSING:

  • 2/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/8 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 pinch sea salt

FOR THE SALAD:

  • 4 cups shaved Brussels sprouts
  • 1 cup shallots (cut thin into rings)
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/2 cup roasted pumpkin seeds

Directions:

  • First prepare the dressing recipe by shaking well in a mason jar or use an immersion blender to emulsify the ingredients. This dressing will save up to 14 days in the refrigerator so you may want to create a double batch!
  • Prepare the shallots in a small saute pan over low heat by sauteing with 1 tbsp olive oil until well browned.
  • Then in a large mixing bowl combine the raw shaved Brussels sprouts and 2/3 cup of dressing and toss until well coated. Let sit for 40 minutes before serving for best results.
  • Toss into the salad the pumpkin seeds and then place the mix onto a platter for serving.
  • Top with shallots and pomegranate seeds and serve with additional dressing on the side.
  • Chef Tip: This salad is very high in anti-oxidants which you can see from the bright color of the sprouts and pomegranate seeds. This helps to keep the salad fresh for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. Enjoy the mix as a wrap filling, as a topping for quinoa bowls, and other mix and match plant based meals throughout your week.

Notes:

Brussels Sprouts are a rich source of iron and important strength building minerals and they are the base of this non-traditional salad that can double as a great vegetable side dish. This recipe is an easy to share family style portion that can also be doubled or tripled to share with extended family and friends at your next social gathering. This dish can also be made in advance so it helps to reduce any stress around entertaining or joining in to that next potluck style celebration. The additional ingredients in this salad help to boost the protein power of this salad to over 12 grams per serving.
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