This shaved Brussels sprout salad recipe is festive, healthy, and loaded with superfoods kale, pomegranate, and apples. It’s the perfect combo of sweet and savory with TONS of texture in every bite! It’s vegan, gluten-free, and makes the perfect holiday salad…or everyday salad!
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
How do you get people to eat Brussels sprouts and love them?
Shave the Brussels sprouts thin and add a ton of complementary ingredients, like kale, apples, pomegranate, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds.
Then toss everything in a tangy Apple Cider Vinaigrette.
When I first created this recipe, I tested it on a group of people at a Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone loved it…
So naturally, I put it up on the blog as soon as I could. Guys, this Brussels sprout salad is sweet, savory, light, and airy…the perfect, healthy dish for holiday feasts.
How to make shaved Brussels sprout salad
Step 1. Make the apple cider vinaigrette to get those flavors dancing with each other.
Step 2. Shred the Brussels sprouts in a food processor.
Step 3. Slice the apples and soak them in lemon water. Then dice the onion.
Step 4. Trim the stems off the Brussels sprouts and run them through the food processor using the ‘slicing’ disk to shave them into thin slices.
Step 5. In a large mixing bowl, de-stem the kale and tear into bite-sized pieces. Add shaved Brussels sprouts, cranberries, onion, pomegranate, sunflower seeds, and vinaigrette. Toss to combine, then add apple slices and gently toss again. Transfer salad to a serving bowl.
* See full recipe below
What’s the best apple cider vinegar?
I love using Bragg Raw Apple Cider Vinegar in the vinaigrette for this Brussels sprout salad!
It’s a high quality, raw vinegar with a lively flavor that never quits. In fact, my apple cider vinaigrette tastes better after hanging out in the fridge for a day or two.
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad Ingredients
- Brussels sprouts
- Dino kale
- dried cranberries
- red onion
- pomegranate
- sunflower seeds (or any nuts or seeds)
- sliced apple
- Apple cider vinaigrette (see full recipe below)
Recommended kitchen tools
- chef knife
- cutting board
- salad spinner (to wash leafy produce)
- Food processor or a Mandolin (for shredding/slicing)
- mixing bowls
- 8oz narrow-mouth canning jar (for salad dressing)
Want more healthy holiday recipes?
Even if you’re not vegan, check out my I Can’t Believe It’s Vegan! Green Bean Casserole. It’s creamy, dreamy, and sooo delicious!
Herb Roasted Turkey Breast is what you make when you DON’T want to cook a whole turkey, and still get tender juicy results.
Sausage Stuffing with Apples is a holiday side we make every year! It’s scrumptious and has so much flavor and texture!
Cranberry Pomegranate Relish is so addictive when it’s sitting on top of a warmed, brie wheel or cream cheese as a pre-dinner snack.
Sweet and Savory Sweet Potato Salad is perfect to serve with any holiday meal.
Butternut Squash Baked Mac and Cheese is a scrumptious, comfort food side dish.
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
Ingredients
For the dressing
- 2 Tbsp Bragg Raw Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 Tbsp Maple Syrup
- 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 1/8 tsp Kosher Salt
- Black Pepper
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
For the Brussels sprouts salad
- 1 lb. Whole Brussels Sprouts washed and air dried, ends cut off
- 4-6 pieces Dino Kale washed, air dried, torn into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup Dried Cranberries
- 1/4 Red Onion diced (about 1/3 cup)
- 1/4 cup Sunflower Seeds or any nuts or seeds
- 1 Honeycrisp Apple thinly sliced
- 1 cup Pomegranate Seeds
Instructions
For the Apple Cider Vinaigrette
- In a 16oz jar, combine VINEGAR, MAPLE SYRUP, DIJON, SALT, PEPPER, and OLIVE OIL.Use an immersion blender to blend the ingredients into a creamy dressing. If you don't have a blender, you can put a lid on the jar and shake vigorously, or whisk the ingredients with a fork until well-combined.
For the Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
- Trim the stems off the Brussels sprouts and run them through the food processor using the 'slicing' disk to shave them into thin slices. Set aside.In a large mixing bowl, de-stem the kale and tear into bite-sized pieces. Add shaved Brussels sprouts, cranberries, onion, pomegranate, sunflower seeds, and vinaigrette. Toss to combine, then add apple slices and gently toss again. Transfer salad to a serving bowl.
RECIPE NOTES
- You can make this salad a few days in advance, but don’t dress it until ready to serve. This helps maintain optimal texture and color.
- To prevent apples from browning, soak them in 1 cup of water with 2 Tbsp lemon juice until needed.
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DL says
Wow. Wow wow and wow. What a recipe!
I was dining at a casual Italian deli (I’m in Singapore!) and a variant of this was available. I ordered it, was impressed and wanted to recreate it at home. So I googled, found your recipe.
Just tried it tonight.. and while it’s different from the one I had, it’s better. It’s amazing. It’s genius. And I realized, it’s not just vegan, it’s raw vegan!!
I don’t have pomegranate, so I omitted it.. I used shallot instead of red onions.
This is really amazing. Thank you so much for coming up with this and sharing it.
Traci Antonovich says
THIS makes me SO happy and I’m glad you found my recipe, DL! My day is made and I truly appreciate you stopping by with this feedback 🙂 Thank you…and CHEERS to great food!
JB says
Great salad! Perfect for Holidays, also love it for weekday lunches at work.
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks, JB! So glad you like this one!
Elaine says
Love this recipe and every time I make it, it gets rave reviews. Using a food processor to shave the sprouts makes this recipe a snap to make!
Traci Antonovich says
Haha, that food processor is EVERYTHING! Thanks, Elaine 🙂 Glad you love it like I do!
Gavin says
It’s that time of year again that I’m looking for some new brussel sprout ideas. Love this – way healthier than the usual fried sprout recipes you see
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks, Gavin! Yep, super healthy…and everyone gobbles it down 🙂
Patty at Spoonabilities says
I’ve never thought of using Brussels Sprouts for a salad like this! I am soooo excited to try this!
Traci Antonovich says
Thank you…awesome Patty! Get ready for your new favorite salad 🙂
Krissy Allori says
I loved this slaw. The apple goes so well with the slightly bitter taste of the Brussels sprout. I think I’ll add it as a side for Thanksgiving dinner.
Traci Antonovich says
Awesome, Krissy! Thanks for letting me know you’ll be enjoying this for your holiday dinner too! 🙂
Sylvie says
This looks like such a perfect autumn salad! I love the way you used raw brussels sprouts, and the apple is a great way of bringing some sweetness to the recipe. yum!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks so much, Sylvie! Yep, never any complaints about the flavors going on in this one 🙂
Anya says
Made a modified version of this awesome slaw for a potluck and received many compliments. I really liked it myself! I skipped the kale (grocery store was out), replaced onions with fennel, and cranberries with pomegranate seeds. I tweaked the dressing to taste. Thank you for an awesome inspirational recipe! will definitely make this again. 🙂
Traci Antonovich says
Awesome Anya, I love hearing that! Sounds like you made all the changes I love too! 😉 Thanks so much for following up…Happy Holidays to you and yours.
Kelly says
How far in advance can I make this yummy slaw?
Traci Antonovich says
Hi Kelly, thanks for asking! You can easily make this slaw a few days in advance, but the apple might brown too much, so you could chop and toss the apple in just before serving. I would also keep the almonds separate and sprinkle when ready to serve. Hope that helps!
Shadi Hasanzadenemati says
I’m going to make a big batch of this on Sunday so I can have it all week! Looks so easy and delicious!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks Shadi! Hope you love it!
georgie says
Yes!!! I’ve been looking for a shredded brussels sprouts slaw recipe for ages! this combines all my favourites!!!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks Georgie! Hope you love this one 🙂
Jenn says
This is so my kind of dish! Perfect for anytime in the fall, but would also be great on the Thanksgiving table. Bookmarking this one!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks Jenn! Hope you get to try it out 🙂
Annissa says
Great use of recipe! Looks so fresh and tasty!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks Annissa! Love hearing it!
Caroline says
I know exactly what you mean – Brussels sprouts are a bit unloved but I think they work really well in some recipes, with slaws like this being right up there. Looks tasty!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks Caroline!
Girlfriend says
GF, I made this salad today and I am blown away! It is one of the most delicious salads I have ever eaten. Made it exactly as written and wouldn’t change a thing. All the ingredients work so well together and I can’t stop eating it. Well done Kitchen Girl.
Traci Antonovich says
Omgosh, you can’t even believe how much this makes my day! I haven’t made it in a while and am sooo overdue…now you got me all wanting it this week 🙂 Thanks GF!
Edyta at Innocent Delight says
I love Brussels sprouts. I need to make this slaw for dinner tonight. I have some beautiful brussels sprouts in a fridge 🙂
Traci Antonovich says
Thank you Edyta…perfect timing! Next time I make this I’m adding pomegranate seeds to it 🙂 Hope you love it like I do!
Saima Zaidi says
What a lovely combo of ingredients for slaw! I love almonds in anything and everything and this sounds so delicious and healthy anyway! Will make this instead of my regular coleslaw next time.
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks so much! I’m with you on the almonds in anything and everything 🙂
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says
What a great way to get people eating sprouts! This sounds very tasty.
Traci Antonovich says
Haha yep, it works every time! Thanks so much! 🙂
Sarah says
I have a hard time loving brussels sprouts, but I think with the apples, cranberries, and dressing this sounds DELICIOUS!
Traci Antonovich says
Yay thank you for that! I hear ya…I only love them when the flavors and textures make sense. 🙂
Trang says
This is such a refreshing use of brussel sprouts! It would make a healthy side dish for the holidays.
Traci Antonovich says
Thank you! That’s exactly how I like to use it too! 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!