This Parmesan Bacon Brussel Sprout Salad is healthy and delicious. Shaved brussel sprouts are topped with parmesan cheese and warm bacon and tossed into a spicy honey mustard dressing, which makes this salad loaded with flavor!
Holy Brussel Sprouts! I'm going to be honest..I wasn't really sure about this recipe when I started, but DANG, this is good. Although, can you really go wrong with bacon and spicy honey mustard dressing? Get ready for spicy, salty and sweet in this salad!
Make sure to check out the Spicy Honey Mustard that is a MUST HAVE dressing for this recipe! If you're not a fan of honey mustard, try my Creamy Balsamic Dressing recipe. I would make it ahead before the salad, so it's all ready to go!
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Why You'll Love This Salad Recipe:
- It has bacon. Must I go on?
- This recipe is so simple to make and only uses a handful of ingredients.
- It's great for just a casual lunch or dinner, or make it for the Holidays. This is an excellent option to serve at Thanksgiving or Christmas!
- The Salad whips up in no time and so does the homemade dressing.
Love Salad Recipes? Check out some of my other favorites too:
Harvest Salad with Fried Goat Cheese
The Ingredients for this Brussel Sprout Salad:
Brussel Sprouts- Leafy green vegetable full of fiber and vitamins.
Bacon- Salty, delicious, and the perfect crunch for this salad
Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese: Bold, nutty flavor
Cranberries: Creates a tart and chewy texture component
Walnuts: Full of good fat & adds some protein
Salt & Pepper: Adds to the flavor
Frequently Asked Questions About the Recipe:
Of course! Just cut off the ends of the brussel sprouts and slice very thinly. If you own a mandoline, you can use that as well, but don't cut off the ends. Stick a fork into the end, then shave. Be very careful not to get your fingers.
Just like lettuce, give them a good rinse and allow them to dry before mixing into the salad or use a salad spinner to remove excess water.
Absolutely! Honey mustard goes great with this recipe and I highly recommend.
How to Make Parmesan Bacon Brussel Sprout Salad:
Prepare the dressing, if you are making homemade. I highly recommend my honey mustard recipe. There is a spicy and regular version. Place it in the fridge while you prepare the salad.
Wash the Brussel Sprouts and cut off the ends. With the shredding attachment on the food processor, run the brussel sprouts through to shave. Set aside.
Cut the bacon into bite size ½ to 1 inch pieces. This helps to cook them evenly and avoid fatty pieces. I like mine crispy, but never burnt. Cook the bacon in a frying pan on medium low heat for about 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate.
Assemble the salad with shaved brussel sprouts, warm bacon, cranberries, walnuts, spicy honey mustard dressing. Next, top with shavings of parmigiano-reggiano. I use the potato peeler for this. I think it adds a little glam to the salad.
Enjoy!!
Storage:
If you have leftover salad, save it in a sealed container in the fridge and eat within 2 days. This recipe does taste best fresh. If you are planning to use it for leftovers, you may want to store the dressing separately and pour it over right before serving.
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Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 salads 1x
Description
This shaved Brussel Sprout Salad is healthy and delicious. Warm bacon and spicy honey mustard dressing really transform this salad into an absolute overload of flavor!
Ingredients
- 3 to 4 strips of original bacon (try to avoid thick cut)
- ½ lb of brussel sprouts
- 4 tablespoons of craisins
- 4 tablespoons of walnuts (whole or pieces)
- 16 thin shavings of parmigiano-reggiano cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing, if you are making homemade. I highly recommend my honey mustard recipe. There is a spicy and regular version. Place it in the fridge while you prepare the salad.
- Wash the Brussel Sprouts and cut off the ends. With the shredding attachment on the food processor, run the brussel sprouts through. Set aside.
- Cut the bacon into bite size ½- to 1 inch pieces (see video). This helps to cook them evenly and avoid fatty pieces. I like mine crispy, but never burnt. Cook the bacon in a frying pan over medium low heat for about 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate.
- Assemble the salad with shaved brussel sprouts, warm bacon, cranberries, walnuts, spicy honey mustard dressing or dressing of your choice. Then, top with shavings of parmigiano-reggiano. I just use the potato peeler for this.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Serve with Spicy Honey Mustard Recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: salad
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: american
Keywords: shaved brussel sprout salad, fall salad ideas
Lisa
Love this recipe, especially the honey mustard!
★★★★★