Brussels Sprouts Caesar
A fresh twist on the classic Caesar salad featuring crunchy shaved Brussels sprouts tossed in a creamy, tangy Caesar dressing, perfect for a light and nutritious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly shaved
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 anchovy fillets, mashed (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup toasted croutons
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and mashed anchovies until well blended.
- Slowly whisk in olive oil to emulsify the dressing.
- Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Add the thinly shaved Brussels sprouts to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat evenly with the dressing.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Sprinkle toasted croutons on top just before serving for added crunch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Brussels Sprouts Caesar salad.
Notes
For added protein, top with grilled chicken or a soft-boiled egg. You can also swap croutons with toasted nuts for a gluten-free option.
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