Is fall almost over? Absolutely, but that does not mean that fall produce is gone. You can still enjoy some of the best, and impressively nutritious, seasonal produce with the start of winter on the horizon. This Brussels sprouts salad is a simple blend of colorful, nutrient-dense ingredients. Tossed in a vibrant citrus dressing, this is a salad you don’t want to avoid. Even though the Brussels sprouts are raw, they are thinly shaved, making them easy to eat in their raw form.
You don’t have to bust out your razor to shave the Brussels sprouts for the salad. If you trust your knife skills and don’t mind the cutting, feel free to thinly slice them. If you want to accelerate the process, go ahead and remove the ends, add the Brussels to a food processor, and pulse with the “S” blade until evenly chopped, or shaved. The second method is much quicker and gets a fairly even chop on all of the Brussels. Just make sure that the blade chopped all of them because you don’t want to bite into a raw Brussels sprout by accident.
Brussels sprouts are rich in antioxidants, fiber, vitamin K, and may help regulate blood sugar levels. Although they are the base of the salad, they aren’t the only nutritional superstars of this seasonal salad. Pomegranates and mandarins are high in vitamin C and other antioxidants, and the avocados offer magnesium, potassium, and healthy fats. The citrus dressing not only adds a zesty zing to accentuate the ingredients, but it also provides more healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. Happy eating!
- Prep Time:15m
- Total Time:15m
- Serves: 4 servings
- Category: Full Body Cleanse Approved, Salads & Dressings, Raw, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 8 c Brussels sprouts, shaved
- 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
- 1 pomegranate, seeded
- 2 mandarins, segmented
For the Dressing
- 1/4 c olive oil
- juice of 1 lemon
- juice of 1 mandarin
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- pinch of sea salt and black pepper
Instructions
For the Salad
- Make sure to thoroughly wash the Brussels sprouts and remove any brown or yellow outer leaves. Remove the ends and thinly slice them with your knife, or add them to a food processor and pulse until chopped.
- Add the shaved Brussels sprouts to a large salad bowl and mix in the avocado, pomegranate, and mandarin segments. Toss gently and set aside while you prepare the dressing.
For the Dressing
- Add all of the ingredients into a jar, screw on the lid, and shake vigorously to combine.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat all of the ingredients. Serve in separate bowls and enjoy.
