Description
Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad is a fresh, crunchy, and nutritious twist on the classic Caesar salad, featuring thinly shaved Brussels sprouts tossed with a bold and creamy homemade Caesar dressing. Perfect as a light meal or a versatile side dish, it delivers a satisfying blend of textures and flavors with minimal prep time.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups Brussels sprouts, thinly shaved
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons (optional)
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Caesar Dressing
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional but recommended)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Brussels Sprouts: Rinse the Brussels sprouts thoroughly, trim off the stem ends, and slice them thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline for a delicate, crisp texture.
- Make the Caesar Dressing: Whisk together minced garlic, anchovy paste (optional but recommended for authentic flavor), lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and olive oil until smooth, then fold in grated Parmesan cheese.
- Toss the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the shaved Brussels sprouts with the dressing. Toss thoroughly to ensure every leaf is coated.
- Add Croutons and Season: Sprinkle crunchy croutons over the salad and season it with freshly cracked black pepper and extra Parmesan if desired.
- Serve Immediately: For the best texture and flavor, serve the Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad right away while the croutons remain crisp.
Notes
- Slice Thinly: Use a mandoline for uniformly thin slices that are easy to eat and flavor-packed.
- Massage the Sprouts: Gently toss the shaved sprouts with a bit of salt and lemon juice for 2 minutes to soften them slightly.
- Use Fresh Parmesan: Grate your Parmesan fresh instead of pre-shredded for optimal flavor and creaminess.
- Make Dressing Ahead: Prepare the Caesar dressing a day in advance to allow flavors to meld beautifully.
- Add Croutons Last: Include the croutons just before serving to maintain their crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg