Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad: Shredded, fresh Brussels sprouts are tossed with a simple homemade dressing and shaved Parmesan cheese. I bet you will never say you don’t like Brussels sprouts again!
This summer my husband and I snuck away for weekend while our children visited their Nana and Papa.
We didn’t have anything spectacular planned. Just a night away where no dishes needed done and no children needed attended to. Oh, and sleeping in past 6 AM–we are quite the partiers, aren’t we?
We had a great time, but one thing that sticks in my memory more than anything else is a salad we had at the restaurant we choose. It was a lemon caesar salad with Brussels Sprouts, and it was heavenly. My husband, who has declared his HATRED of Brussels Sprouts for years, could not stop stealing a bite off my plate.
I was determined to recreate my own version of Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad salad and given that Brussels Sprouts are now in season, it seemed like the perfect time to experiment.
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Parmesan Brussels Sprouts Salad
The process to make this Lemon and Parmesan Brussesl Sprouts Salad is simple.
Start by shredding the Brussels Sprouts. You can buy them pre-shredded, shred them in a food processor, or even slice them thinly by hand. 
Then I whisked up a simple vinaigrette of fresh lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. I know it is not a traditional Caesar dressing, but it has the same flavor profile and works perfectly to cut through the Brussel sprouts.
Generously shave Parmesan cheese over the salad and toss. 
The verdict?
Well, my kids scarfed it down, my husband said it had to become a weekly dinner staple and I served it to friends, whose eyes did roll back in their heads. I would call it a success.
And you will too!
Tips on this Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad:
- Use quality ingredients for this salad since the ingredients are limited.
- Extra virgin olive oil, a fresh block of parmesan and fresh lemons are ESSENTIAL for quality and taste. Do not substitute with pre-shredded cheese or jarred lemon juice.
- To make ahead: Shred the Brussel Sprouts and make the Lemon Dressing and store seperately in the fridge for up to 3 days. Before serving, toss together and grate the parmesan right over it.
Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad
Ingredients
- 1 pounds fresh brussels sprouts shredded
- 1 large lemon
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup freshly shaved Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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Zest and juice the lemon. Whisk with olive oil and salt and pepper.
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Toss with Brussel sprouts and Parmesan cheese.
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Serve.
More tasty Brussels Sprout Recipes:
Apple Brussels Slaw
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Sounds delicious! I like Brussels sprouts, though I haven’t tried them shaved raw like this. Have done something similar with asparagus.
David, you HAVE to try them shaved!! And now I must try asparagus shaved
This looks delicious, I love that it is quick and easy!
Almost too easy 😉
I love how simple you made this – you don’t need a lot of ingredients if you are start with good ones!
Amen to that Beth 🙂
What a beautiful salad my friend. I always love learning new and creative ways to use brussel sprouts. Have a beautiful weekend. xo
This is one creative dish with brussel sprouts you don’t want to miss!
This reminds me of one of my favorite salads at a local restaurant. Super healthy and totally delicious. I’m really happy to have your recipe. Cant wait to make this.
I bet you are going to love it Lisa!