Description
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant, Crispy Rice Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad. Featuring thinly shaved Brussels sprouts and crunchy crispy rice, this dish bursts with flavor and texture. Tossed in a zesty lemon dressing and topped with Parmesan cheese, it’s perfect for gatherings or a refreshing weeknight side. Make it your own by adding nuts or cranberries for an extra kick!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Brussels sprouts, shaved
- 1 cup crispy rice (puffed rice or cereal)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup red onions, thinly sliced
- ½ cup dried cranberries (unsweetened preferred)
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Brussels sprouts by cleaning and trimming them, then shave into thin ribbons using a mandoline or sharp knife.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine shaved Brussels sprouts, crispy rice, red onions, dried cranberries, and chopped nuts if using.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat without squishing the greens.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 6mg