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Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad with Lemon

An easy and delicious Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad tossed with kale, quinoa, feta, sunflower seeds and a simple lemon Dijon vinaigrette. Great for meal prep or when you need a dish for parties, holidays and more! Gluten-free, vegan-friendly.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Calories: 253 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Salad:
  • 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 cup water or broth
  • 4 cups chopped kale about 1 bunch
  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts shredded (about 4 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 5 ounces feta crumbled
  • 1/2 cup roasted & salted sunflower seeds
Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette:
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice about 2 small lemons
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic 
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Cook Quinoa: Add quinoa and water or broth to a saucepan. Cook according to package instructions. Remove from heat and fluff with fork once finished cooking.
  2. Prepare brussels sprouts: While the quinoa is cooking, shred the brussels sprouts using the slicing attachment of your food processor, a mandoline or sharp knife (check out the post for details prepare the kale by chopping into small leaves).
  3. Prepare Kale: Place chopped kale in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Massage oil into kale using fingertips – this slightly wilts the kale and enhances its flavor, just trust me. Add the brussels sprouts into the large bowl with kale; set aside.
  4. Make dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together all of the dressing ingredients.
  5. Assemble: Drizzle dressing over the brussels and kale. Add cooled quinoa, crumbled feta and sunflower seeds; toss gently with tongs until well mixed.
  6. Chill in fridge until ready to serve. Enjoy on its own or with your favorite protein.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 1 week.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1/6th with dressing Calories 253kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 21g (7%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 11g Trans Fat 4g Cholesterol 21mg (7%) Sodium 408mg (17%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 6g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4-6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 253

% Daily Value*

Serving 1/6th with dressing
Calories 253kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 21g 7%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11g 65%
Trans Fat 4g 200%
Cholesterol 21mg 7%
Sodium 408mg 17%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 6g 12%

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