Roasted Brussels Sprouts Salad

Roasted Brussels Sprouts Salad with sweet cranberries, crunchy walnuts, and crisp apples is perfect for a light and delicious weeknight meal or a new side dish for your next holiday celebration.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts Salad

My family and I are always on the go, especially in the summer. So, I am always looking for quick, easy, healthy, AND tasty dishes to make them. Bonus if I can save some and have leftovers the next day.

Let me tell you, this salad is just that. Full of flavor, can make ahead (it will last in the fridge for up to 3 days), AND makes the BEST leftovers. Hello, healthy and tasty lunch!

My roasted Brussels sprouts salad will change your mind on how you feel about sprouts. The same goes for this Roasted Asparagus Salad and all those that are skeptical about asparagus.

When roasted, the sprouts have a sweet, nutty, almost smokey flavor that is perfect with cranberries, the buttery flavor of the walnuts, and the crisp taste of the apples.

All the flavors and texture in this dish will have your family asking you to make over and over!

If you love sprouts as much as I do, check out my roasted sprouts and carrots, my brussels sprouts slaw, and my air fryer brussels sprouts.

Ingredients Needed

Brussels Sprouts – This recipe calls for fresh, whole Brussel sprouts that you thinly slice. But you can always cut them yourself or you might be able to find them already sliced in the store.

Cranberries – While I prefer to make dried cranberries myself (this recipe details how to make your own), you can certainly use store bought dried cranberries. Just be aware that store bought ones are NOT keto friendly.

Walnuts & Sunflower Seeds – These are my favorite nuts for this salad but feel free to use your favorites like almonds or toasted pecans.

Apples – I love a great Granny Smith because it’s tart but a Fuji or Gala apple work best with this salad.

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How to Make Roasted Brussels Sprouts Salad

First: Preheat oven to 200°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Second: Place cranberries in a medium sauce pan with enough water to cover. Bring to boil and then allow to simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow cranberries to “pop”.

Once “popped” place in a bowl and toss together with coconut oil and sweetener. Transfer to lined baking sheet and dehydrate for 4-5 hours.

Third: Once cranberries are done; heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat. While skillet is heating up, thinly slice your Brussel sprouts.

When pan is hot, add Brussel sprouts, salt, and pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes or until your sprouts turn bright green.

Fourth: Add the cranberries, apples, sunflower seeds, and walnuts, to the warm Brussel sprouts tossing a little to combine the ingredients, before serving.

For the full recipe and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card at the end of this post.

How long does ti last?

You can store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Can I eat this salad warm or cold?

You can eat it either way. My family and I love this salad right off the skillet or once it’s been chilled in the fridge. This salad also makes great leftovers for lunch!

How do you shred Brussels sprouts?

Shredding Brussels sprouts by hand is fairly simple. First, cut off as little as possible of the sprout’s stem. By doing this, the sprouts will stay together which is easier to work with.

Next, remove any brown, bruised, or damaged outer leaves. Once you have a beautiful little bud, cut in half, length wise, right down the middle.

Then, place the sprout horizontal on your cutting board with flat side down and slice in thin strips from root to tip.

Finally, pull apart all the layers until they’re loose. Use immediately in your salad or place in air-tight container in your fridge for up to 3 days.

Tips for No Leftovers

• Allergic to walnuts? Just leave ’em out. Substitute chopped peanuts if you prefer.
• Not worried about keeping this salad dairy free and vegan friendly? Add shaved Parmesan cheese for an extra salty nutty note that really kicks the flavor up a notch.
• Looking to dress this salad up a little more? Add a light and delicious vinaigrette (pick your favorite!) to this salad no earlier than 30 minutes before serving.
• A few pieces of goat cheese add a little creaminess to this salad!

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