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Zesty Brussels Sprout Salad

Zesty Brussels Sprout Salad: A Crunchy Delight for Every Meal

This Zesty Brussels Sprout Salad combines shredded sprouts with pomegranate seeds for a refreshing and vibrant dish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound Brussels Sprouts thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Pomegranate Seeds fresh
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Toasted Almonds or pecans
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 each Fresh Lemon Juice juice of one lemon
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley or cilantro
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper or white pepper
For the Topper
  • 1/2 cup Shaved Parmesan or crumbled goat cheese or feta

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the Brussels sprouts thoroughly and cut each in half. Thinly slice them into shreds and place in a large bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well emulsified.
  3. Pour the dressing over the shredded Brussels sprouts and toss until evenly coated.
  4. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
  5. Before serving, sprinkle with toasted almonds and pomegranate seeds. Add cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinating for more than 60 minutes enhances flavor. Store dressing separately until serving for best crunch.

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