Description
This Shaved Brussels Sprouts and Apple Slaw offers a bright, crunchy side dish perfect for holiday tables or any day you want fresh flavor. It brings together crisp vegetables and sweet fruit for a simple, satisfying texture.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, thinly shaved
- 1 large crisp apple (like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), cored and thinly sliced or julienned
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (toasted for extra flavor)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the shaved Brussels sprouts and sliced apple in a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey or maple syrup until smooth. This is your dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the Brussels sprout and apple mixture.
- Toss everything gently until the vegetables and fruit are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Stir in the chopped pecans or walnuts.
- Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Chill the slaw for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Shave the Brussels sprouts very thinly for the best texture. A sharp knife or mandoline works well.
- You can toast the nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for three minutes until fragrant; this deepens their flavor.
- If you prefer a tangier dressing, add an extra splash of apple cider vinegar.
- This slaw tastes even better if made a few hours ahead.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Salad/No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
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- Trans Fat: Negligible
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