Brussels Sprout Apple Salad

Name: Brussels Sprout Apple Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 lb. brussels sprouts (washed, trimmed, and sliced); 2 apples (cored and diced); 1/4 cup pistachios; 1/4 cup feta cheese; 3 tbsp. oil; 1 tbsp. vinegar; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp pepper

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Brussels Sprout Apple Salad a delicious fall or winter salad filled with apples, pistachios, and feta cheese with a bright vinegar dressing.

Brussels sprouts apple salad in a glass serving bowl topped with feta cheese.

Finding ways to enjoy vegetables during the winter is one thing that I struggle with year after year. I find myself roasting vegetables for months. While I love a delicious roasted veggie recipe, sometimes you need another option.

This Brussels Sprout Apple Salad has met all my expectations! The crisp bite from the Brussel sprouts combined with the delicious flavors of apples, pistachios and feta cheese makes this one of the best winter salads.

Even better - it is kid approved! Brussels sprouts apple salad is a great way to boost kids fruit & veggie consumption during the winter months.

My daughter loves switching between different apple varieties when she is making this salad. I love that this recipe is bursting with nutrition and simple enough for kids to create. As a mom and dietitian, I could not ask for anything else from this Brussels sprout apple salad.

Shredded Brussels sprouts in a large glass bowl with feta cheese, diced apples and pistachios in smaller glass bowls all on top of a countertop.

How to Make Brussels Sprout Apple Salad:

Gather equipment + salad ingredients + dressing ingredients then you are set to follow the step-by-step instructions to make this crispy salad.

Equipment

cutting board
chefs knife
large serving bowl
small mixing bowl
measuring cups
measuring spoons
whisk

Salad Ingredients

1 lb. brussels sprouts washed, trimmed, and sliced
2 apples cored and diced
1/4 cup pistachios
1/4 cup feta cheese

Dressing Ingredients

3 tbsp. oil
1 tbsp. vinegar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper

A Brussels sprouts salad in a glass mixing bowl topped with pistachios, apple chunks and feta cheese.

Step 1: Assemble the salad.

Into a medium-sized mixing bowl, place:

Brussels sprouts: serves as the salad base
apples: adds flavor to the recipe - dice up red or green apples
pistachios: adds a crunch to every bite
feta cheese: adds flavor and a creamy texture to the salad

Then, set the salad to the side. It is time to prep the dressing!

Step 2: Make the dressing.

In a small mixing bowl whisk together:

oil: choose between olive oil, avocado oil or any other oil in your cabinet
vinegar: choose between cider, red wine, white wine or balsamic vinegar
salt & pepper: add 1/2 tsp of each or season to taste

Mix the dressing together until combined.

KITCHEN HACK: You can combine the dressing ingredients into a mason jar, secure the lid and then shake until combined.

Step 3: Combine the salad with the dressing.

Drizzle the dressing onto the salad and gently mix together until the salad ingredients are coated.

A Brussels sprouts salad in a glass mixing bowl topped with pistachios, apple chunks and feta cheese being stirred with a wooden spoon.

How do you chop Brussels sprouts?

Using a food processor! It is a safe & kid friendly way to chop Brussels sprouts. Wash and trim off the ends of the sprouts then add to the food processor and pulse until chopped.

Can I make this Brussels sprouts salad in advance?

Absolutely! Another reason I love this recipe is you can make it a day in advance since this salad holds up very well. You do not need to worry about this salad becoming soggy. I do recommend waiting to add the pistachios until right before serving the salad. This helps to keep their crunch.

Brussels sprouts apple salad in a glass bowl with a bite of the salad on a fork.

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