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Published: Jul 9, 2022 · Modified: May 1, 2025 by Natalie Booras · This post may contain affiliate links · 10 Comments

Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad

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Roasting or sauteing are wonderful options when preparing Brussels Sprouts. But, it left me wondering, what else can I do with them? Are you thinking this too? That is exactly why I created this fantastic fresh and delicious Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Dried Cranberries! This salad is a great way to enjoy this mini-cabbage-like veggie.

In addition to the made-from-scratch dressing, I also love a salad that features fruit. This Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad has apples, mandarin oranges, and dried cranberries that pair nicely with some of the more savory ingredients, like the salty Parmesan cheese and the pistachios.

Large bowl filled with Brussels Sprout Salad topped with dried cranberries and pistachios.

I love using raw veggies for this Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad. It reminds me of a chopped salad and coleslaw all at the same time.

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  • Why You’ll Love this Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
  • Ingredients
  • Instructions
  • Substitutions
  • Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad Variations
  • Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad Storage
  • Top tip
  • Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
    • Ingredients  1x2x3x
      • For the Dressing
      • For the Salad
    • Instructions 
    • Notes
    • Nutrition

Why You’ll Love this Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

You’ll love this salad because it is a quick and healthy recipe. The dressing is made from scratch. So you don't have to worry about mystery ingredients or preservatives. This salad is very versatile! Serve it as a side to compliment a meal or plate it as an entree.

Ingredients

  • Shallot
  • Rice Wine Vinegar
  • Dijon mustard
  • Granulated sugar
  • Zest and juice of 1 orange
  • Olive oil
  • Kosher salt
  • Black pepper
  • Flat leaf  parsley leaves
  • Brussels sprouts
  • Dried cranberries
  • Dried apricots
  • Gala, Braeburn or Honeycrisp apple
  • Mandarin oranges
  • Pistachios
  • Shaved parmesan cheese

(See the recipe card below for exact amounts.)

Overhead photo showing all the ingredients needed to make the Brussels Sprout Salad

Instructions

Step 1: In a large liquid measuring cup, add all the ingredients for the salad dressing and whisk to combine. Set aside.

Step 2: Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl.

Step 3: Pour about ½ cup of the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Add more dressing if desired.

Step 4: Top with Parmesan cheese and pistachio nuts.

Collage of photos showing mixing the dressing for the salad and pouring it over all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl

Tip: If you'd like, you can mix the dressing beforehand and refrigerate it until ready to pour over the salad. I love to do this because it gives all the flavors of the dressing time to combine. Furthermore, combining the dressing ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid makes for easy mixing and storage.

Close up of a spoonful of salad with a dried cranberry on top.

Substitutions

Yellow onion can be substituted for the shallot.

Don’t like pistachios? Cashews or pine nuts can easily be substituted.

Feel free to omit or add fruits or salad options that you enjoy!

Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad Variations

  • Serve as an entree! Topping it with protein, such as chicken breast, salmon or steak makes it a satisfying main dish.
  • Mix this salad with regular lettuce or even serve it in butter lettuce cups!
Overhead photo of salad in a large serving bowl and 3 smaller bowls filled with salad.

Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad Storage

  • This salad is best when served close to serving time.  Refrigerate leftovers for 1-2 days, and store in an airtight container.
  • Assemble the salad (without dressing) a few hours ahead and refrigerate until serving.
  • Make the dressing several days ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to use.

Top tip

Can't find shredded Brussels Sprouts? Purchase a head of cabbage and slice it very thin. You'll need about 6 cups of shredded cabbage. It will be more like a coleslaw, but I think raw Brussels Sprouts and raw cabbage have a similar taste.

Want to stick with Brussels sprouts? You could use a food processor or a mandolin slicer. However, please take great care! Because of their size, it can be tough to shred them this way and it is safer to go the cabbage route!

Photo of the salad on a fork showing a bite of salad and all the ingredients.
Brussels Sprout Salad in a serving bowl

Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad

This Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad is a great way to use this mini-cabbage-like veggie. It features a dijon vinaigrette dressing with hints of citrus.
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Servings 8 cups
Calories 251 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing

  • 1 medium shallot, chopped
  • ¼ cup rice wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 3 Tablespoons granulated sugar
  • Zest and juice of 1 orange
  • ⅔ cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup fresh flat leaf parsley

For the Salad

  • 2 9-ounce bags shredded brussels sprouts
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup dried apricots
  • 1 cup chopped apple
  • 1 15-ounce can mandarin oranges, drained
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
  • ⅓ cup shelled pistachios

Instructions
 

  • In a large liquid measuring cup, add all the ingredients for the dressing and whisk to combine. Set aside.
  • Combine all the salad ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Pour about ½ cup of the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Add more dressing if desired.
  • Top with Parmesan cheese and pistachio nuts.

Notes

  • This salad is best when served close to serving time.  Leftovers can be refrigerated for 1-2 days, and stored in an airtight container.
  • The salad (without dressing) can be assembled a few hours ahead and refrigerated until serving.
  • The dressing can be made several days ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to use.
  • Serve as an entree! Topping it with protein, such as chicken breast, salmon or steak makes it a satisfying main dish.
  • This salad can also be mixed with regular lettuce or even served in butter lettuce cups!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 251kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 376mgPotassium: 494mgFiber: 5gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 1413IUVitamin C: 71mgCalcium: 86mgIron: 2mg
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Comments

  1. Jessica says

    July 09, 2022 at 3:10 am

    This looks absolutely INCREDIBLE!! I can't wait to try this recipe. I'm always looking for new ways to use brussels sprouts and this is perfect. Thank you!

    Reply
    • natalieboorasphotography@gmail.com says

      July 21, 2022 at 3:21 am

      Thanks, Jessica! I love using raw brussels sprouts for this salad. Any way to get extra veggies is fantastic! Hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  2. J.D. says

    July 15, 2022 at 2:19 pm

    5 stars
    Ok, this is amazing! Apples, orange, cranberries AND brussel sprouts in one salad? Yes, please. I'll take two. ❤️

    Reply
    • natalieboorasphotography@gmail.com says

      July 21, 2022 at 3:20 am

      Adding fruits to salads makes them extra yummy! I hope you love it!

      Reply
  3. mamzie says

    July 18, 2022 at 4:32 pm

    5 stars
    Beautiful photos! And love your 'Top Tips'....swapping shredded cabbage for the Brussels Sprouts. Cant's wait to try this recipe as part of my new plant based diet.

    Reply
    • natalieboorasphotography@gmail.com says

      July 21, 2022 at 3:21 am

      Thank you! And good luck with your new plant-based diet plan. Come back soon for more yummy dishes!

      Reply
  4. Helene Westrom says

    July 20, 2022 at 1:45 pm

    Looks and sounds good
    Will definitely give it a try.

    Reply
    • natalieboorasphotography@gmail.com says

      July 21, 2022 at 3:18 am

      Thank you! I hope you like it!

      Reply
  5. Amy Setyle says

    April 27, 2025 at 8:33 pm

    2/5 of a cup of oil?

    Reply
    • Natalie Booras says

      May 01, 2025 at 12:32 pm

      Good catch! It should be 2/3rds. I corrected it.

      Reply
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