Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

This vegan Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad is made with pan-seared brussels sprouts, almonds, dried cranberries, and a quick and easy maple vinaigrette.

Here’s something I never thought I’d say:

I love brussels sprouts.

I’ve gone from totally despising these green little veggies, to being head over heels for them.  What changed?

First of all, I had to admit that I had a brussels sprouts problem.  Brussels sprouts are bitter.  And bitter is not one of my favorite flavor profiles.

And so, I tackled them again– armed with a plan.  A plan to maximize their sweet potential, and tame the bitter beast.

This easy Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad is a quick and easy side dish, and can be served warm or cold!

Pan-Sear Sprouts

How to Make Brussels Sprouts Sweeter

First, make sure to cook them in a way that caramelizes the sprouts.  Oven-roasting is one option, but here we’re pan-searing them.

Cooking them over high-heat brings out the sugars inside the brussels sprouts, and makes them a little sweeter.

Second, dress them with both a sweet flavor and an acidic flavor.  Here, we’re using maple syrup to add a touch of sweetness, and apple cider vinegar to brighten the flavors a little.

How to Shave Brussels Sprouts

My favorite way to shave brussels sprouts is with a chef’s knife.  One at a time, trim of the woody ends, and then thinly slice them.

If you want, you can also peel off a few of the outer leaves and leave them whole.

Another option is to use a slicing attachment on a food processor.

Can I Skip the Almonds?

Yes!  If you prefer, leave the almonds out, or swap them for roasted + salted sunflower seeds or pepitas.

Can I Skip the Cranberries?

Yes!

This salad is also delicious without dried cranberries.  I like to swap in raisins, chopped dried dates, or dried cherries.

Can I Make this Salad Ahead of Time?

Yes– sort of.  I don’t recommend making it a full day ahead of time.  The flavor of the sprouts becomes a little stronger, and it’s not quite as delicious.

That said, you can definitely make it a few hours before serving.  Check the recipe card for the make-ahead directions.

Want more VEGETABLE SIDE DISHES?  Try these:

• Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Apple Cider Vinegar
• Garlic Cauliflower Mash
• Oven-Roasted Broccoli with Chili Flakes

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5 from 4 votes

Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

This vegan Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad is made with pan-seared brussels sprouts, almonds, dried cranberries, and a quick and easy maple vinaigrette.

Author: Sarah Trenalone

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time5 mins

Total Time15 mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: 8 people

Calories: 77kcal

Freezer Friendly?

No

Will It Keep?

No, But Can Be Partially Prepared Ahead of Time

Ingredients

• 1 lb brussels sprouts
• 2 TB olive oil, divided
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/8 cup chopped almonds OR salted pepita seeds
• 1/8 cup dried cranberries

Instructions

• Heat 1 TB olive oil on medium heat in a large heavy pan (such as cast iron).

  Note: If using a medium-sized pan, you may need to work in 2 batches.
• While the pan gets hot, thinly slice the brussels sprouts.  Whisk together the remaining olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and sea salt.
• Add the shaved sprouts to the hot pan, and allow them to cook 3-4 minutes until lightly charred.  Stir the sprouts periodically with a metal spatula while they cook.  Remove sprouts from pan.
• Serve immediately:  Add warm sprouts to a serving bowl with the almonds, cranberries, and dressing.  Toss salad and serve.

  Make Ahead: Add the sprouts, almonds, and cranberries to a serving bowl.  Store for up to 3 hours in the fridge.  Toss the dressing with the salad right before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 77kcal (4%) | Carbohydrates: 8g (3%) | Protein: 2g (4%) | Fat: 4g (6%) | Sodium: 305mg (13%) | Potassium: 237mg (7%) | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 3g (3%) | Vitamin A: 430IU (9%) | Vitamin C: 48.2mg (58%) | Calcium: 30mg (3%) | Iron: 0.9mg (5%)

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