Kale & Brussels Sprout Salad

Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
16%
Kale & Brussels Sprout Salad
45 min.
10
105kcal

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Are you looking for a vibrant and nutritious side dish that will steal the spotlight at your next gathering? Look no further than our Kale & Brussels Sprout Salad! This gluten-free delight is a celebration of fresh flavors, bringing together the earthy notes of Tuscan kale and finely shredded Brussels sprouts in a visually stunning medley.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, this salad is perfect for busy weeknights or festive occasions. It's not only popular among health-conscious eaters but also a hit in social settings, serving up to 10 people—a fantastic addition to any table. Each serving is a guilt-free indulgence at only 105 calories, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to maintain a balanced diet without sacrificing taste.

The combination of nutty toasted almonds, zesty lemon juice, and rich Pecorino cheese delivers a satisfying crunch and depth of flavor that will keep your guests coming back for more. Whether you're serving it as a side dish, antipasti, or starter, this salad promises to delight the palate and impress your friends and family. Plus, it's easy to prepare ahead of time, allowing all the flavors to meld beautifully. Dive into this kale and Brussels sprout extravaganza and elevate your culinary repertoire today!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup almonds with skins, coarsely chopped
  • 10 servings pepper black freshly ground
  • 12 ounces brussels sprouts shredded with a knife finely grated trimmed
  • tablespoons dijon mustard 
  • small garlic clove finely grated
  • large bunches kale thinly sliced ()
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt plus more for seasoning
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided
  • cup pecorino cheese finely grated
  • tablespoon shallots minced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Combine lemon juice, Dijon mustard,shallot, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch ofpepper in a small bowl. Stir to blend; setaside to let flavors meld.
  2. Mix thinly slicedkale and shredded brussels sprouts in alarge bowl.
  3. Measure 1/2 cup oil into a cup. Spoon1 tablespoon oil from cup into a small skillet; heatoil over medium-high heat.
  4. Add almonds toskillet and stir frequently until golden brownin spots, about 2 minutes.
  5. Transfer nuts to apaper towel–lined plate.
  6. Sprinkle almondslightly with salt.
  7. Slowly whisk remaining olive oil in cupinto lemon-juice mixture. Season dressingto taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD:Dressing, kale mixture, and toasted almondscan be prepared 8 hours ahead. Coverdressing and kale mixture separately andchill. Cover almonds and let stand at roomtemperature.
  8. Add dressing and cheese to kale mixture;toss to coat. Season lightly with salt andpepper.
  9. Garnish with almonds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories105kcal
Protein20.04%
Fat60.61%
Carbs19.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.5
Glycemic Load
0.79
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.7647826814133%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.12mg
Catechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.31mg
Hesperetin
0.88mg
Naringenin
1.22mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Isorhamnetin
0.17mg
Kaempferol
0.41mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.74mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:104.68kcal
5.23%
Fat:7.46g
11.48%
Saturated Fat:2.22g
13.9%
Carbohydrates:5.36g
1.79%
Net Carbohydrates:3.25g
1.18%
Sugar:1.31g
1.45%
Cholesterol:10.4mg
3.47%
Sodium:220.09mg
9.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.55g
11.1%
Vitamin K:62.74µg
59.75%
Vitamin C:31.65mg
38.36%
Calcium:137.69mg
13.77%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.05%
Phosphorus:127.46mg
12.75%
Vitamin E:1.88mg
12.51%
Fiber:2.11g
8.43%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.43%
Magnesium:27.12mg
6.78%
Vitamin A:321.14IU
6.42%
Folate:25.47µg
6.37%
Potassium:193.26mg
5.52%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.11%
Selenium:3.28µg
4.68%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.63%
Iron:0.83mg
4.58%
Copper:0.08mg
4.12%
Zinc:0.58mg
3.88%
Vitamin B3:0.46mg
2.32%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.93%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.87%
Source:Epicurious