Salad with Shaved Brussels Sprouts (Anti-Inflammatory)

🔍 Quick Look: Salad with Shaved Brussels Sprouts (Anti-Inflammatory)

• ⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes
• 🎛 Cook Time: 15 minutes
• 👥 Servings: 4
• 📊 Calories: ~415 kcal (based on nutrition panel)
• 👩🏽‍🍳 Flavor Profile: Fresh, crunchy, and perfectly balanced with sweet apples, savory lentils, and a creamy miso-tahini dressing.
• 💪🏼 Nutrition: 25 grams of protein, ~110 mg calcium, 19 grams of fiber
• ⭐ Difficulty: Easy. This salad with shaved brussels sprouts can be made in just 25 minutes.

👩🏽‍⚕️ Dietitian's Note

Brussels sprouts are one of the most researched vegetables for cancer prevention. As part of the cruciferous vegetable family, they contain unique plant compounds that help the body neutralize harmful substances, protect cells from damage, and support a healthy inflammatory response. Eating cruciferous vegetables regularly has been linked to a lower risk of several types of cancer.

This salad also combines a variety of antioxidant-rich plant foods-including celery, apples, dates, ginger, and miso-that work together to help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation while supporting overall health.

Lentils and hemp hearts add satisfying plant protein and plenty of fiber to keep you full, support stable blood sugar levels, and nourish the beneficial bacteria in your gut. A healthy gut microbiome plays an important role in immune function, inflammation, and long-term health.

Why You'll Love This Recipe:

This anti-inflammatory salad with shaved brussels sprouts is not only quick and easy to make. It's also:

• Crunchy, creamy, sweet, and savory with a flavorful miso-tahini dressing.
• Packed with plant-based protein and fiber to keep you full and satisfied.
• Rich in cruciferous vegetables and antioxidants that help support a healthy inflammatory response and can help protect against cancer.
• Perfect for meal prep since the hearty vegetables stay crisp for days.
• Easy to customize with your favorite beans, grains, nuts, or seasonal fruit.
• Delicious as a light lunch, side salad, or nourishing dinner.

👩🏼‍🌾 Ingredients

Below, I share ingredient notes from both a nutrition expert's and trained chef's perspective.

• Brussels sprouts: Thinly shaved Brussels sprouts become crisp and tender, adding a pleasantly nutty flavor and hearty texture.
• Celery: Adds refreshing crunch and a clean, slightly peppery flavor that brightens every bite.
• Apple: Crisp apples bring natural sweetness and juicy texture, balancing the savory dressing while adding fiber and antioxidant-rich polyphenols.
• Dates: Medjool dates provide chewy bursts of caramel-like sweetness that pair beautifully with the tangy dressing and bitter Brussels sprouts.
• Lentils: Tender lentils make this salad hearty and satisfying while adding earthy flavor, lots of plant-based protein, and fiber.
• Hemp hearts: These soft, nutty seeds add a subtle richness, extra protein, healthy fats, and minerals.
• Miso: White miso creates a deeply savory, umami flavor that gives the dressing incredible depth without overpowering the fresh vegetables.
• Tahini: Adds a creamy, nutty richness that perfectly balances the bright vinegar and lemon.
• Fresh ginger: Brings a warm, zesty kick that brightens the dressing and complements the sweetness of the apples and dates.

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🥬 Substitutions

This recipe is versatile and easy to adapt. Below are some simple ingredient substitutions.

• Brussels Sprouts: Substitute with shredded kale or cabbage.
• Tofu: Swap for tempeh for a firmer texture and higher protein, or chickpeas for a soy-free option.
• Apple: Use pear or pomegranate instead.
• Dates: Try unsweetened dried cranberries or dried apricots.
• Lentils: Substitute with chickpeas or edamame.
• Hemp Hearts: Swap for walnuts or pumpkin seeds.
• Tahini: Replace with almond butter or cashew butter.
• Rice Vinegar: Use apple cider vinegar instead.

✔️ Storage & Meal Prep Tips

These simple tips will help your anti-inflammatory shaved brussels salad preserve flavor, texture, and its powerful nutrients.

• Store the salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The flavors deepen as it sits.
• For the best texture, keep the dressing separate and toss before serving.
• This salad is designed to be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature-no reheating needed.

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If you like this salad with shaved brussels sprouts, try my Lentils and Brussels Sprout Salad- the warm version made with caramelized Brussels sprouts, crispy lentils, and irresistible potato croutons.

For a twist on the classic, this Chickpea Brussels Vegan Caesar Salad combines crispy roasted chickpeas, shaved Brussels sprouts, and a creamy caper-miso dressing.

My Roasted Veggie and Orzo Salad is loaded with caramelized roasted vegetables, crispy chickpeas, crunchy walnuts, and tender orzo tossed in a bright herby vinaigrette.

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