Have you ever tried a salad made with Brussels sprouts instead of lettuce? It’s a super creative and healthy twist! This recipe shows an easy way to make a delicious Brussels sprouts salad with homemade croutons.
Here are the key things you’ll learn:
- How to slice and prepare the Brussels sprouts
- Making a creamy, flavorful salad dressing from scratch
- Baking your crispy, seasoned croutons
- Assembling the salad with dressing, croutons, and parmesan cheese
Keep reading to get all the simple steps!
Prepping the Brussels Sprouts
The first step is getting the Brussels sprouts ready:
- Trim off the brutal end from each sprout
- Slice the sprouts in half lengthwise
- Then, thinly slice the halves into shreds
- Place all the shredded sprouts into a large bowl
Give the shredded sprouts a good toss in the bowl. This helps separate all the thin layers and leaves.
Making the Dressing
Now, it’s time to make the flavorful salad dressing. It’s similar to a creamy Caesar dressing but dairy-free.
Ingredients Needed:
- Vegan mayo (made with avocado oil)
- Olive oil
- Fresh lemon juice
- Garlic cloves
- Worcestershire sauce
- Dijon mustard
Steps:
- Add the mayo, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and Worcestershire to a blender.
- Blend until thoroughly combined and creamy.
- Mix in the Dijon mustard until incorporated.
That’s it – a super simple but tasty homemade dressing!
Baking Homemade Croutons
One of the best parts is making your crunchy croutons. Here’s how:
- Cube up 3-4 slices of a crusty whole-grain bread
- Mix the cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Bake at 400ยฐF for 5-7 minutes until achieving a crispy exterior.
Let the warm croutons cool for a few minutes after baking.
Assembling the Salad
Finally, it’s time to put the salad together:
- Add as much of the dressing as you’d like to the bowl of shredded sprouts
- Toss to coat the sprouts in the dressing fully
- Mix in the baked croutons and grated parmesan cheese
- Give it all a gentle toss to combine
And there you have itโan incredibly tasty and nutritious Brussels sprout salad! If desired, top with extra croutons and parmesan.
They build a salad with Brussels sprouts instead of lettuce, which contains extra fibre and nutrients. This recipe lets you enjoy their great flavour in a fun new way. Why not give this unique salad a try for something different?
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