Brussels Sprouts, Apple, and Pomegranate Slaw Salad

We went to lunch at a friend’s house recently, and on the table was the prettiest slaw I ever did see. This is my best shot at recreating it. I could eat this for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and then go back for more the next day.

Brussels Sprouts Slaw

The base is slivered Brussels sprouts, which are then roughly chopped. You can easily buy thinly sliced Brussels sprouts, and then just give them a rough chop with a heavy knife on a cutting board. I started with whole Brussels sprouts, gave them a run through the slicing blade of the food processor, and then a rough chop with a knife.  Great texture.  (I wouldn’t pulse them in the food processor with the regular blade, or use the chopping blade, because I think that would result in too fine a chop and you’d lose the appeal of this nubbbly texture).

Pomegranate Seeds

A burst of color and texture and sweet tart flavor comes form the pomegranate seeds. Truly, if you want to give almost any salad a holiday flair, a few handfuls of pomegranate seeds will do the trick every time.

Pomegranate seeds, or arils, are also available in the produce area in small containers – they may be a little pricy, but frankly, once you wrestle the seeds from the pomegranate a few times, you’ll understand why that few extra dollars is worth it (P.S. I love opening up a fresh pomegranate and getting the seeds out for munching, but it’s somewhat like a lobster [which I also love] – you have to be in the mood for the process. Which I’m not in this case – I want the salad.)

(If you’re wondering what that sexy looking salmon pasta salad is on the upper left, click here.)

Add more sweet tartness from a thinly sliced green apple. But actually a sweeter red apple would be great too – just make sure you are working with a crisp apple. No mealiness allowed.

The dressing pulls it all together, and has a lot going on – creamy and bright and shallot-ey and just delicious. Make this a few hours ahead of time, or the morning of, and keep it in the fridge.

What to Serve Brussels Sprouts, Apple, and Pomegranate Slaw Salad with:

• Lemon-Garlic Semi-Boneless Leg of Lamb
• Slow Cooker Barbecue Pulled Pork Loin
• Mustard and Maple Pork Kebabs
• Roasted Chicken Thighs
• Baked Chicken Legs with Herbs and Lemon

Other Brussels Sprouts Recipes:

• Warm Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Mustard Vinaigrette
• Brussels Sprouts Three Ways
• Pickled Brussels Sprouts
• Brussels Sprouts, Apple, and Pomegranate Slaw Salad
• Warm Brussels Sprouts Salad with Anchovy Vinaigrette
• Creamy Brussels Sprouts Slaw

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Brussels Sprouts, Apple, and Pomegranate Slaw Salad

So much going on, in terms of taste, texture and color – this is a fully engaging salad.

Yield: 8 People

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Ingredients

• 1 pound Brussels sprouts sliced and then roughly chopped
• 1 cup pomegranate seeds
• 2 apples cut into thin 1-inch pieces
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard preferably grainy
• 1 heaping tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon honey
• ¼ cup finely minced shallot
• Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Directions

• Place the Brussels sprouts, pomegranate seeds, and apple slices in a large bowl.
• In a small bowl, or container, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, mayonnaise, honey, shallot and salt and pepper.
• Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine well. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 69mg | Potassium: 329mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 452IU | Vitamin C: 55mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg

The nutrition values are provided as an estimate. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a qualified healthcare professional.

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