Raw Brussel sprouts salad with crisp, delicious apples is a refreshing and healthy salad recipe that is packed with flavor and nutrition. You can whip up this tasty fall salad with just a few simple ingredients in no time.
The key to this raw brussel sprouts dish is the use of fresh ingredients. The raw Brussel sprouts are crunchy and the apples add a sweet and tangy taste that perfectly compliments the bitterness of the sprouts. Make this dinner recipe on repeat — it’s perfect for the fall season.
Read about how raw, crunchy Brussels sprouts are nutritious and provide health benefits.
If you’re looking for more Brussels sprouts recipes, try these Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Kale and Brussels Sprouts Salad.
Why We Love This Shaved Brussel Sprouts Recipe
Eat raw Brussel sprouts with sweet apples and taste the reason why we love it so much. It is so quick and easy to get a sweet, healthy salad dish with delicious flavor and crunchy texture.
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- 20 Minute Dish: This recipe only needs to be washed, prepped and dressed to be ready in no time.
- Family Friendly: This is a fun and new recipe that gets the whole family excited.
- Adaptable: Use different greens or other vegetables like cucumbers, carrots and onions.
- Makes Great Leftovers: Only dress the salad that you plate. Eat this dish again the next day for lunch.
Ingredient Notes for Raw Brussels Sprout Apple Salad
- Brussels Sprouts: Brussels sprouts are a green, cruciferous vegetable family that is high in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They are wonderful in this brussels sprouts dish.
- Honeycrisp Apples: Honeycrisp apples are great for this recipe because they are juicy, sweet and crunchy.
- Pomegranate Arils: Pomegranate arils are dried, red ruby seeds that burst with juicy, sweet and sour flavor.
- Candied Walnuts: Sugar, cinnamon and butter-coated walnuts are perfect to add another sweet crunch to this delicious recipe.
See my recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions for Raw Brussel Sprouts
You’re going to eat Brussels sprouts raw and love it! Compliment the bitter flavor with different sweet berries or dried cranberries — create the perfect salad with no hassle.
- Different Nuts: Use other nuts like candied almonds or pecans to top your raw Brussels sprouts. Toss them on whole or thinly slice them on top.
- Goat Cheese: Make Brussel sprouts even better and add soft goat cheese for a buttery, tart flavor.
- Bacon: Add savory crumbled bacon and eat raw Brussels sprouts with a tasty twist.
- Berries: Top these shredded Brussels sprouts with any delicious like strawberry, blueberry or raspberry in addition or as a substitute.
How to Make Shredded Raw Brussel Sprout Salad with Apple
Raw Brussels sprouts are perfect for those who are looking to add more vegetables to their diet or for anyone who loves the taste of fresh, crunchy side.
These are the basic steps for making raw Brussels sprouts. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
Step 1: Wash and Prepare
First, wash the produce well and remove the outer leaves of brussel sprouts. Slice Brussels sprouts thinly, shave and arrange on a platter. Cut your shallot into thin rings and apple into bite-size pieces.
Step 2: Make Dressing
Next, place your apple cider vinegar and other dressing ingredients into a food processor and blend until smooth.
Step 3: Dress Salad and Refrigerate
Then, dress your dish with the vinaigrette and allow to sit in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
Step 4: Top and Serve
Finally, top your Brussels sprout salad with apples, pomegranate arils and candied pecans.
Recipe FAQs for Shredded Brussels Sprout Apple Side Dish
Expert Tips for Making This Brussels Sprout Recipe
Fresh sprouts are rich in nutrition and help make the best side for lunch or dinner. Make your recipe easier to whip up and taste even better with these expert tips.
- Mandolin: A mandolin will easily slice Brussels sprouts into uniform pieces.
- Food Processor to Shave: A food processor will quickly shave your Brussels sprouts into the perfect pieces for your recipe.
- Lemon Juice: Squeeze a lemon or squirt lemon juice over this dish to add more tanginess.
- Digestion: If you have a problem with uncooked brussels sprouts and can not eat them raw, try blanching the sprouts or even cooked brussel sprouts in the dish.
What to Serve with Shaved Brussel Sprouts
Raw Brussel Sprouts Salad with Apples
Equipment
- Mandolin optional
- Food processor optional
Ingredients
Salad
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple
- 1 Shallot, divided
- ¼ cup Pomegranate arils
- ½ cup Candied walnuts
Pomegranate Vinaigrette Dressing
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- ½ cup Pomegranate juice
- ¼ cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Shallot, chopped
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Salad
- First, wash the produce well.
- Next, discard any damaged or withered outer layers of the Brussels sprouts. Proceed to slice them thinly, shave and arrange them on a platter.
- Cut your shallot into thin rings and apple into bite-size pieces.
Pomegranate Vinaigrette Dressing
- Now, place all of your pomegranate vinaigrette dressing ingredients into a food processor and process until smooth.
- Then, dress your salad with the pomegranate vinaigrette dressing. Wrap your salad and place it in the fridge for about 30 minutes to allow all the flavors to marry together before serving.
- Store any excess pomegranate vinaigrette dressing in an airtight container and refrigerate.
- Finally, top your Brussels sprout salad with apples, pomegranate arils and candied pecans.
Expert Tips
- Mandolin: A mandolin will easily slice Brussels sprouts into uniform pieces.
- Food Processor to Shave: A food processor will quickly shave your Brussels sprouts into the perfect pieces for your recipe.
- Lemon Juice: Squeeze a lemon or squirt lemon juice over this salad to add more tanginess.
This salad is so fresh and crispy. The dressing is delicious. All what a good salad should be.
Oooh that pomegranate vinaigrette is everything! It is a delicious topping on this crunchy and healthy salad. We really enjoyed this as a side dish, can’t wait to make it again.
Great and delicious salad.
This salad is definitely a winner! It’s flavorful and enjoyable. I’ll definitely save a copy of this recipe, thanks Christina!
One of my ultimate favorite salad recipes! This is a flavorful and satisfying salad that I love to have as a comfort food. Must try!
Great combination of flavors & textures! Thanks!
This is one of my favorite salads! It’s the perfect combination of so many wonderful flavors. Thanks so much for the recipe.
I LOVE this salad! And, I have to say that I am not a Brussels sprouts fan. But the shaved, raw Brussels sprouts tasted so mild and just like a regular cabbage mix. This is my new favorite salad.
Wow! This salad is definitely not boring. My husband and I love salads and this Harvest salad was delicious. And the dressing? Fantastic! I’m so happy to have discovered this gem of a recipe.
My little one can’t eat walnuts, so I did honey roasted sunflower seeds instead and it was a huge hit at my house! Thanks for an easy to follow recipe!
That’s a great swap out! I’ll definitely be trying it!