A Truly Perfect Shredded Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad
This shredded Brussels sprouts Caesar salad is crunchy, creamy, cheesy, and great as an appetizer or an entrée. It features all the same flavors as the beloved Caesar salad, but mixed into shredded Brussels sprouts, shaved Parmesan, and—the best part!—a generous drizzle of truffle oil. Keep it vegetarian or add grilled salmon, chicken, or shrimp.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 418kcal
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Equipment
Ingredients
For the Croutons
- ⅔ cup artisan bread, ripped into small ¼-inch pieces for croutons, see note below
- 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp kosher salt
For the Salad
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts
- ½ cup homemade or store-bought Caesar salad dressing, plus more, as wanted
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- ⅓ cup shaved Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
- 2 tsp truffle oil
- flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Make the croutons. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread torn bread on a rimmed baking sheet, toss with olive oil and Kosher salt, then bake for about 7 minutes, until crisp and golden. Set aside.
- Prep the Brussels sprouts. Trim the ends and remove any discolored outer leaves. Slice each sprout in half lengthwise, then place cut side down and thinly slice into ribbons. (You can also use a mandoline or food processor.) Transfer to a large bowl.
- Dress the salad. Add Caesar dressing and freshly cracked black pepper to the sprouts and toss well. Add shaved Parmesan and toss again. If serving immediately, fold in croutons and toss once more. Otherwise, add croutons just before serving to keep them crisp.
- Finish and serve. Divide among plates, drizzle lightly with truffle oil, and finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt. Serve right away.
Notes
- Shredding sprouts: Use the slicing attachment on a food processor, or shave whole Brussels sprouts on a mandoline set to ⅛-inch.
- Dressing: Homemade Caesar dressing is absolutely worth it—big flavor, minimal effort.
- Make-ahead: Best enjoyed fresh. If prepping ahead, don’t dress more than 1 hour before serving and wait to add croutons until the very end.
- Leftover croutons: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 966mg | Potassium: 539mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 920IU | Vitamin C: 96mg | Calcium: 203mg | Iron: 3mg
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