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November 8, 2017

Shredded Brussels Sprouts and Kale Salad with Maple-Dijon Dressing

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This shredded Brussels sprouts and kale salad with maple-Dijon dressing is a fresh, make-ahead alternative to heavier holiday sides.

Shredded Brussels Sprouts and Kale Salad with Maple-Dijon Dressing on White Plate

A side of Brussels sprouts are a classic at the holidays, and while they can be wonderful roasted in the oven or quickly sautéed in a pan, they also make for a pretty terrific salad.

If you’ve never tried Brussels sprouts raw, you’re in for a pleasant surprise because the bite-sized crucifers work just as well in salads as their bigger cousins, kale and cabbage.  (Bonus, there’s no chance of overcooking them into a sad, mushy mess either this way.)  It’s a fresh addition to any holiday menu and an easy dish to bring along if you’re a guest.

TShredded Brussels Sprouts and Kale Salad with Maple-Dijon Dressing on Plate with Serving Spoons

It turns out the keys to a good Brussels sprouts salad is the same as a good kale salad – slice them as thin as possible and give them a good rub down.  A vigorous massage helps to soften the sprouts and make them tender while still retaining a bit of chewiness.  (Letting the shredded sprouts sit around in the dressing for a bit also does wonders.)

I like to pair my shredded sprouts with ribbons of kale for a slaw-like salad that can stand up to the richest of holiday fare.  (Long-leafed lacinato kale works the best here as it’s the most tender.  There are chopped dates and pecans and a toasted sesame and maple dressing with a hint of spicy Dijon mustard.  Each bite offers the perfect combination tastes and textures, a little sweet a little savory, a little crunchy, a little chewy.

Shredded Brussels Sprouts and Kale Salad with Maple-Dijon Dressing on Table

It’s not easy finding a salad that can be dressed ahead of time without taking a hit, but this shredded brussels sprouts and kale salad actually improves as it sits, making it a good choice for all those long, leisurely meals.  For a season defined by its excesses, this salad offers a most welcome freshness and crunch.

Serves 6

Shredded Brussels Sprouts and Kale Salad with Maple-Dijon Dressing

Sylvie Shirazi

This shredded Brussels sprouts and kale salad with maple-Dijon dressing is a fresh, make-ahead alternative to heavier holiday sides.

25 minPrep Time

25 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 lb Brussels sprouts
  • 1 bunch lacinato kale, stems removed and finely chopped
  • 1 ½ Tablespoons/22ml extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ Tablespoon/7ml toasted sesame oil
  • 1 Tablespoon/15ml apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup/44 g deglet noor dates, chopped
  • ½ cup/60g pecans, lightly toasted
  • 1 small green onion, green parts only, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Trim ends off Brussels sprouts and shred on a mandolin or in a food processor fitted with the shredding disc. (You can also slice the sprouts very finely with a sharp knife.)
  2. Place shredded Brussels sprouts and kale in a large bowl along with the olive oil and salt. Massage together with your hands until softened (about 2 minutes.)
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the toasted sesame oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup and Dijon mustard.
  4. Pour dressing over massaged kale and shredded Brussels sprouts and toss to coat. Add dates, toasted pecans and green onions and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.

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Diet
vegetarian
vegan
lacto vegetarian
ovo vegetarian
pescetarian
Paleo
pegan
Allergy
gluten free
dairy free
egg free
wheat free
seafood free
Courses
Salad
Occasions
Christmas
Thanksgiving

Nutrition

Calories

189 cal

Fat

8 g

Carbs

29 g

Protein

3 g
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Sylvie

Sylvie Shirazi is the recipe developer and food photographer behind Gourmande in the Kitchen. For the last 10 years she’s been making eating more healthfully easy and accessible with gluten-free, grain-free, paleo and vegan recipes that are free from processed ingredients.

Filed Under: Courses/Meal, Diets, Fall, Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Paleo, Raw, Recipes, Salads, Savory, Season, Vegan, Winter Tagged With: Brussels Sprouts, kale, maple, sesame

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  1. Marlene says

    August 13, 2019 at 9:32 am

    I found this recipe on the gourmandeinthekitchen.com site. I decided to make a one-serving size for lunch following the recipe but obviously adjusting the amounts of each ingredient. I have never “massaged” kale or Brussels Sprouts before but it did make the greens a little softer in texture and I thought the kale tasted less bitter that way. The base salad was awesome but I may play around with other dressings in the future.
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