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Shaved Brussels Sprout Apple Bacon Salad

This shaved Brussels sprout apple bacon salad is the perfect combo of sweet, salty, and savory. Roasted and shaved Brussels sprouts combined with bacon, candied pecans, sliced apples, and pomegranates seeds all drizzled with a simple maple vinaigrette.

Shaved Brussels Sprout Apple Bacon Salad in a large bowl.

This shaved Brussels sprouts apple bacon salad is the perfect fall recipe!

Shaved and slightly roasted Brussels sprouts pair perfectly with sweet apple and pomegranate, salty bacon, and drizzled in a sweet maple syrup vinaigrette.

I have easily eaten this salad for dinner but it also makes a great side dish or holiday table addition!

You can also add other ingredients to this salad if you’d like, such as nuts, cheese, or dried cranberries, to give it more texture and flavor.

If you love Brussels sprouts salad but like them raw try my Tangy Brussels Sprout Apple Slaw!

Shaved Brussels Sprout Apple Bacon Salad served with extra bacon.

Shaved Brussels sprouts apple bacon salad ingredients

For salad:

  • Brussels sprouts
  • Olive oil
  • Kosher salt and pepper
  • Sweet apple
  • Pomegranate seeds
  • Crispy bacon
  • Homemade praline pecans

For maple vinaigrette:

  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Maple syrup
  • Dijon mustard
  • Olive oil
  • Kosher salt and pepper

What to serve with warm Brussels sprout salad

This warm Brussels sprout salad is a hearty and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish. Depending on your preference, there are many different dishes that you can serve with this salad. Here are a few ideas:

  1. Grilled chicken: Grilled chicken is a great protein option that adds a nice smoky flavor and can help balance out the bitterness of the Brussels sprouts. A few great options are my Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs, Chili Mango Lime Grilled Chicken Thighs, or my Sweet Soy Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs.
  2. Roasted vegetables: Vegetables can add a variety of flavors and textures to the meal. Try my Sweet Potato Fries, Simple Roasted Cabbage, or my Honey Roasted Carrots.
  3. Fish: Fish adds a nice richness to the Brussels sprout salad. You can easily pair this with Mahi Mahi En Papillote, Pan Seared Salmon, or my Sheet Pan Lemon Salmon.

Overall, the warm Brussels sprout salad is a versatile dish that can be paired with a variety of different foods to create a delicious and satisfying meal.

Shaved Brussels Sprout Apple Bacon Salad served with pomegranate seeds.

More Brussels sprouts recipes

This shaved Brussels sprouts apple bacon salad is the perfect combo of sweet, salty and savory. Super easy to make and drizzled with a maple vinaigrette.

Shaved Brussels Sprout Apple Bacon Salad

Author: Brandy O’Neill – Nutmeg Nanny
This shaved Brussels sprout apple bacon salad is the perfect combo of sweet, salty, and savory. Roasted and shaved Brussels sprouts combined with bacon, candied pecans, sliced apples, and pomegranates seeds all drizzled with a simple maple vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

For salad:

  • 4 cups shaved Brussels sprouts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 sweet apple thinly sliced
  • 1 cup fresh pomegranate arils
  • 1 cup chopped crispy bacon
  • 1/2 cup chopped praline pecans

For maple vinaigrette:

  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • Kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • 2/3 cup olive oil

Instructions

For salad:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with a silpat liner or parchment paper.
  • Add shaved Brussels sprouts onto the prepared baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and season with kosher salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
  • Spread out Brussels sprouts and roast for about 10-15 minutes or until slightly soft and they just start to brown. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
  • When they are cool add to a large salad bowl and top with sliced apples, pomegranate arils, crispy bacon, and candied pecans.
  • Drizzle with the desired amount of vinaigrette and toss to evenly coat.

For maple vinaigrette:

  • In a small mixing bowl add apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and pepper. Whisk to combine.
  • While whisking slowly pour in olive oil until the vinaigrette is thick and combined. Taste and season with more kosher salt and pepper if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 1197kcal | Carbohydrates: 107g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 81g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 66g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 645mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 89g
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword brussels sprouts recipes, cooked brussels sprouts salad, fall salad, shaved brussels sprout salad
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I am a food lover and recipe developer bringing you delicious recipes that taste great and are easy to make! My food is inspired by travels around the world and my love of flavorful food. A list of things that make me happy: cats, Coke Zero, houseplants, and travel. Read more...

Recipe Rating




Kathy

Saturday 7th of April 2018

How do you shave Brussels sprouts? Is it just slicing them? Thank you.

Vickie

Sunday 1st of November 2015

Wel I love Brussel Spouts.. A lot..and apples too..I will be making your recipe and hopefully with these delicious apples from Sweet Tango apples. I am not sure how to enter..so just posting a comment.. Thanks!

Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen

Monday 26th of October 2015

I have been adoring brussels sprouts this year! Great idea to combine it with a delicious SweeTango apple!!

Monique @ Ambitious Kitchen

Sunday 25th of October 2015

I kid you not, I made a very similar salad for the blog that's going up soon. I mean, it's basically obvious that we're twins so... :)

Anyway, LOVE SweeTango apples too - that CRUNCH and sweetness is literally amazing. Great post + photos!

Annamarie V

Saturday 24th of October 2015

My favorite apple recipe is my apple pie that I pour a caramel sauce over and bake.

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