Shaved Brussels Sprout Caesar Salad
A fresh and tasty twist on the classic Caesar salad using shaved Brussels sprouts and a creamy dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw & Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 cups Brussels sprouts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 slices bread (for croutons)
- 2 anchovy fillets (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Thinly shave the Brussels sprouts using a knife or mandoline.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and optional anchovy fillets and Dijon mustard for the dressing in a bowl.
- Pan-fry diced bread in olive oil until golden and crispy in a skillet for croutons.
- Toss the Brussels sprouts with the dressing, adding grated Parmesan cheese.
- Top with pan-fried croutons before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add chopped bacon or nuts. Use a mandoline for uniform slices of Brussels sprouts.