Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Lemon, Hazelnuts and Parmesan
In short: Raw Brussels sprouts sliced paper-thin with toasted hazelnuts, shaved Parmesan and a sharp lemon mustard dressing. Crunchy and make-ahead friendly. It takes about 24 min in total and makes 4 servings.
- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 4 min
- Resting
- 10 min
- Total
- 24 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 280 kcal
Raw Brussels sprouts taste nothing like the boiled ones many of us grew up avoiding. Sliced very thin, they become a crunchy, slightly nutty salad that handles a sharp lemon dressing well. Toasted hazelnuts and shaved Parmesan add richness. A short rest lets the dressing soften the shreds, and the salad holds up for a day, so it is useful on busy holiday menus.
Instructions
- Toast the hazelnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, shaking often, until fragrant and lightly browned. Rub them in a towel to remove loose skins, then chop roughly.
- Trim the stem ends from the Brussels sprouts and pull off any tough outer leaves. Slice them as thinly as you can with a sharp knife, a mandoline or the slicing disc of a food processor.
- Whisk the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, mustard, honey, salt and pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the shredded sprouts and shallot to the dressing and toss, rubbing the shreds so they take up the liquid. Let the salad stand for 10 minutes.
- Fold in two thirds of the hazelnuts and Parmesan. Taste and add more salt or lemon if needed.
- Pile the salad onto a platter and top with the remaining hazelnuts and Parmesan.
Tips
- Fluff the sliced sprouts with your fingers after cutting so the layers separate and every shred gets coated.
- Pecans, almonds or toasted walnuts can replace the hazelnuts. Dried cranberries or thin apple slices add sweetness.
Questions and answers
Can I eat Brussels sprouts raw?
Yes. Thinly sliced raw sprouts are crisp and mild, like a sturdy cabbage, and the lemon dressing softens them slightly.
How long does shaved Brussels sprout salad keep?
Dressed, it stays good for about a day in the fridge and holds its texture better than lettuce. Add the nuts and cheese just before serving.
Can I make this salad vegan?
Yes. Leave out the Parmesan, use maple syrup instead of honey and add extra toasted nuts for richness.
How long does it take to make Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Lemon, Hazelnuts and Parmesan?
About 24 min in total: 20 min of preparation and 4 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Lemon, Hazelnuts and Parmesan?
About 280 kcal per serving, with 9 g of protein, 15 g of carbohydrates and 21 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 280 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 9 g |
| Carbohydrates | 15 g |
| Fat | 21 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
