Shaved Brussels Sprout Apple Salad (Printable)
Fresh shaved Brussels sprouts meet crisp apples and sweet candied pecans in a zesty lemon-Dijon vinaigrette for a perfect light meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Candied Pecans
01 - 1 cup raw pecan halves
02 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
03 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Salad Base
06 - 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly shaved
07 - 2 medium crisp apples, cored and thinly sliced
08 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
09 - 1/3 cup dried cranberries
10 - 2 oz shaved Parmesan cheese
→ Lemon-Dijon Vinaigrette
11 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
13 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
14 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
15 - 1 teaspoon honey
16 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a bowl, toss pecans with maple syrup, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes, stirring once, until fragrant and glossy. Cool completely.
02 - Using a mandoline or sharp knife, shave the Brussels sprouts into thin ribbons. Place shaved Brussels sprouts, sliced apples, red onion, and dried cranberries in a large salad bowl.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
04 - Add the cooled candied pecans and shaved Parmesan to the salad bowl. Drizzle with the vinaigrette. Toss well to combine and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The contrast between crisp sprouts and sweet glazed pecans is addictive
- It converts even the most skeptical Brussels sprout haters instantly
- Everything can be prepped ahead, leaving just tossing for serving time
02 -
- Wait until the pecans are completely room temperature before adding them to the salad
- Shave the Brussels sprouts as thin as possible for the best texture
- Dress the salad right before serving, not hours in advance
03 -
- A food processor with the slicing attachment makes shaving the sprouts effortless
- Use a Y shaped peeler to shave Parmesan into delicate ribbons that melt on your tongue