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Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad
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Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad

Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad combines thinly shredded kale and Brussels sprouts with a tangy balsamic dressing infused with garlic and onion. Toasted almonds, dried cranberries, and grated Pecorino Romano cheese add crunch, sweetness, and savory notes. The salad offers a crisp, fresh texture with balanced flavors enhanced by lemon juice and subtle spices.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
4 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 201 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 yellow onion super thinly sliced
  • 1 Lacinato kale washed and de-stemmed, large bunch
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts
  • lemon juice of 2
  • ⅔ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • pinch nutmeg
  • ¾ cup Pecorino Romano cheese fresh Parmesan will work too, finely grated
  • ¼ cup almonds sliced or chopped

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Add almonds to a baking sheet and place in oven to toast. Stir almonds after 5 minutes. Allow to toast about 3-4 minutes longer or until the almonds are golden. Remove from oven and allow almonds to cool.
  2. Meanwhile, toss together the ingredients for the dressing by muddling together the minced garlic with sea salt and black pepper using a mortar and pestle. Place muddled garlic and spices into a mason jar with olive oil, balsamic and thinly sliced onion. Shake to combine and let marinate.
  3. In a food processor fitted with a slicing blade, shred the Brussels sprout. Next, shred the kale. (If you don’t have a food processor, you can chop the kale and Brussels sprout by hand. Just make sure to slice them very thin.) Place in a large bowl.
  4. Pour the lemon juice over the kale and Brussels sprout mixture, sprinkle on a little sea salt and massage with clean hands. Once the kale mixture is massaged, add cranberries, red pepper flakes and nutmeg to the bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and give it a good stir. Add cheese and stir again. Top with toasted almonds.
  5. Enjoy right away or let sit for a bit in the fridge to marinate before serving.

Notes

  • This salad can be prepared a day ahead; it retains texture and flavor well when refrigerated.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • For a nut-free version, omit almonds or replace with sunflower seeds or pepitas.
  • To make dairy-free, substitute Pecorino with vegan Parmesan or add nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1/8 of recipe Calories 201kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 7g (41%) Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Sodium 497mg (21%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 13g (26%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 201

% Daily Value*

Serving 1/8 of recipe
Calories 201kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g 41%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 497mg 21%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 13g 26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.