Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Pomegranate and Candied Pecans
Brighten your dining experience with this Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad, featuring crunchy sprouts, juicy pomegranate seeds, and sweet candied pecans for a burst of flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups Brussels sprouts (thinly shaved)
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 cup candied pecans
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Wash the Brussels sprouts under cool water. Trim the stem ends, remove any discolored leaves, and thinly shave them using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- Combine the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to create a flavorful dressing.
- Toss Everything Together: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shaved Brussels sprouts, pomegranate seeds, and candied pecans. Drizzle the dressing over the top.
- Mix It Up: Gently toss all ingredients together until everything is evenly coated in the dressing.
- Chill Out: Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving to enhance flavor integration.
- Serve & Enjoy: Transfer to serving dishes, adding extra pomegranate seeds on top for an appealing presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg