Italian-Style Brussels Sprout Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of Italy in this delightful Italian-Style Brussels Sprout Salad. Tender Brussels sprouts, crunchy prosciutto, sweet cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella come together in a zesty and refreshing salad, topped with a tangy Italian vinaigrette.
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and outer leaves removed
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 4 oz Genoa salami, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup pitted kalamata or black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncinis
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cubed provolone cheese
- 1/2 cup shaved or shredded Parmesan cheese
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sugar or honey, adjust to taste
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions:
1. Prepare the Dressing:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, sugar or honey, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Set aside.
2. Shred the Brussels Sprouts:
Use a food processor with the slicing attachment to thinly slice the Brussels sprouts. If you don’t have a food processor, you can use a sharp knife to finely shred them.
3. Marinate the Brussels Sprouts:
Place the shredded Brussels sprouts in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over them and toss with tongs until they are evenly coated. Let them marinate for 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
4. Assemble the Salad:
While the Brussels sprouts are marinating, prepare the other salad ingredients. Add the chickpeas, salami, tomatoes, olives, pepperoncinis, red onion, provolone cheese, and Parmesan to the bowl with the marinated sprouts.
5. Toss and Serve:
Toss all the ingredients together until well combined. Serve immediately, garnished with extra freshly ground black pepper if desired. Enjoy!
Your delightful Italian-Style Brussels Sprout Salad is ready to serve! Enjoy the burst of flavors!
Health Benefits:
1. High in Vitamins: Brussels sprouts are rich in vitamins C and K.
2. Antioxidant-Rich: Cherry tomatoes contain antioxidants.
3. Good Source of Protein: Mozzarella provides lean protein.
Nutritional Information (approximate):
Per serving:
– Calories: 220
– Protein: 15g
– Fat: 14g
– Saturated Fat: 4g
– Cholesterol: 20mg
– Carbohydrates: 15g
– Fiber: 5g
– Sodium: 300mg