Brussels Sprout Salad with Lemon, Pomegranate, and Toasted Almonds Recipe
A bright and crunchy Brussels Sprout Salad featuring thinly sliced sprouts tossed in a lemon-parsley vinaigrette, complemented by toasted almonds, tart pomegranate seeds, and topped with shaved Parmesan. This salad is perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light, flavorful starter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 5 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 5 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
Salad
- 2 lb. Brussels sprouts, halved and thinly sliced (about 8 cups)
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted almonds
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- Shaved Parmesan, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, chopped fresh parsley, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
- Toss the Brussels sprouts: Add the halved and thinly sliced Brussels sprouts to the bowl with the dressing. Toss thoroughly until each piece is evenly coated with the vinaigrette.
- Marinate: Let the salad sit at room temperature, tossing occasionally, for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sprouts to slightly soften. You can let it sit up to 4 hours if desired.
- Add nuts and fruit: Fold in the chopped toasted almonds and pomegranate seeds carefully to distribute them evenly through the salad.
- Serve: Plate the salad and top with shaved Parmesan cheese just before serving for a salty, creamy finish.
Notes
- For best texture, slice the Brussels sprouts very thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- To toast almonds, dry roast them in a skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently until fragrant and golden, about 3-5 minutes.
- You can prepare the salad up to 4 hours ahead; keep it refrigerated and bring to room temperature before serving.
- Parmesan cheese adds savory depth but can be omitted for a nutty, vegan-friendly alternative.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste, especially if using salted nuts or aged cheese.
Keywords: Brussels Sprout Salad, Lemon Vinaigrette, Pomegranate, Almonds, Parmesan, Healthy Salad
