30 Minute Meals

Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

30 minutes

Yield

4

🥗 This Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad will change your mind about brussels sprouts! Crispy, flavorful, and way better than regular Caesar!

Okay, brussel sprouts always get such a bad reputation. Most people think of them as those little green balls that your grandma boiled and put absolutely no flavor or seasoning on. We all probably dreaded seeing these on our plates as kids. Myself included. BUT let me tell you, my perception of brussel sprouts as an adult has definitely changed, and there are so many great ways to use them, like this shredded Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad.

❤️ Why You’ll Love Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad

  • Quick Preparation: Make this complete meal in under 45 minutes from start to finish.
  • Diet-Friendly: It’s vegan-friendly with plant-based options or could be made vegetarian with traditional parmesan.
  • Incredibly Versatile: Works perfectly as either a substantial side dish or satisfying main course.
  • Nutritional Powerhouse: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber while being naturally low in calories.
  • Crowd-Pleaser: Even brussels sprouts skeptics will be converted by this flavorful twist on classic Caesar.
brussel sprout caesar salad in serving dish on countertop. - 2

🍲 Ingredients

Fresh Brussel Sprouts – Brussel sprouts do not lack in benefits . These little veggies are low in calories, but high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. In particular, vitamin K which is necessary to prevent blood clotting and to keep your bones healthy. Brussel sprouts are also rich in antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids that are always needed in a diet that doesn’t contain fish or seafood, and last but not least, they can help reduce inflammation.

Roasted Potatoes – Adding roasted potatoes transforms this brussel sprout caesar salad from a simple side into a hearty, satisfying meal. Potatoes provide complex carbohydrates for sustained energy, potassium for heart health, and when roasted, develop crispy edges and creamy interiors that add wonderful textural contrast to the tender shredded brussels sprouts.

👩‍🍳 How to Make Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad

It’s this simple. Follow these steps:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400F and live two baking sheets with parchment paper
  2. To one baking sheet add the potatoes and bread. Dust with the 3 tbsp. of olive oil and salt and pepper. Cook for around 25-30 minutes, turning them occasionally to avoid any burning
  3. To the other baking sheet add the brussel sprouts and dust with the garlic powder and umami powder. bake for 20 minutes and turn halfway through to promote even cooking. Watch closely to avoid burning
  4. While that bakes, prepare the dressing by adding all the ingredients to a jar and shake to combine
  5. Let the other ingredients cool, then combine everything in a large mixing bowl, drizzle with your desired amount of dressing, and dust with the parmesan cheese

That. Is. It. You can thank me later by leaving a starred review and comment below 😉

Close-up of brussel sprout caesar salad in serving bowl. - 3

🪄 Tips and Tricks

  • Even Cooking: Turn vegetables halfway through roasting to ensure even browning and prevent burning.
  • Texture Contrast: The combination of crispy roasted elements with fresh shredded brussels creates perfect texture.
  • Dressing Control: Start with less dressing and add more as needed – you can always add but can’t take away.
  • Fresh Assembly: This salad holds up well but tastes best when assembled just before serving.

🗒 Variations

  • Lemon Alternative: White vinegar can substitute for lemon juice in the dressing if needed.
  • Vegan Cheese: VioLife makes excellent vegan parmesan that works perfectly in this recipe.
  • Potato-Free: You can omit potatoes entirely if preferred – just use less dressing when serving.
  • Bread Options: Any sturdy bread works for croutons, or use store-bought for convenience.

🗒 Other Recipes You’ll Love

  • High-Protein Pasta
  • Healthy Lemon & Herb Baked Zucchini
  • Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers
  • Shrimp, Feta + Spinach Stuffed Salmon
Brussel sprout caesar salad in serving bowl - 4

👝 How to Store Leftovers

This brussel sprout caesar salad is best eaten fresh, but since it’s made with brussels sprouts versus regular lettuce, it won’t get soggy as quickly. If possible, store the dressing separately and drizzle on when ready to eat. The dressing will last 5 days in a tightly sealed jar in the fridge.

🤔 Common Questions

Remove outer leaves, trim the stem, then slice thinly with a sharp knife or use a food processor with the slicing disc for even results.

Yes! Use vegan parmesan like VioLife and ensure your bread is vegan-friendly for completely plant-based results.

Brussels sprouts hold up much better than lettuce, so this salad stays crisp longer and can even handle being dressed ahead of time.

Absolutely! Raw shredded brussels sprouts work wonderfully and provide more crunch, though roasting adds deeper flavor.

Watch closely during the last 10 minutes of roasting and turn vegetables if they’re browning too quickly on one side.

Yes! Roast vegetables up to 2 days ahead and store separately, then assemble just before serving for best texture.

Definitely! Grilled chicken , chickpeas, or hemp hearts all work well to boost the protein content further.

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Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad

Video

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Ingredients1x2x3x

  • 3 tbsp. olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp. umani powder optional
  • 4 cups Brussel sprouts thinly sliced
  • 1 ½ cups mini potatoes halved or quartered depending on size
  • 1 ½ cups stale or regular bread cut into bite-size pieces

For the dressing:

  • 2 tbsp. vegan mayo
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp. capers
  • 1 tbsp. vegan Worchester sauce
  • juice of one lemon
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ – ½ cup shaved vegan or regular parmesan cheese to serve

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400F and live two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • To one baking sheet add the potatoes and bread. Dust with the 3 tbsp. of olive oil and salt and pepper. Cook for around 25-30 minutes, turning them occasionally to avoid any burning.
  • To the other baking sheet add the brussel sprouts and dust with the garlic powder and umami powder. bake for 20 minutes and turn halfway through to promote even cooking. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  • While that bakes, prepare the dressing by adding all the ingredients to a jar and shake to combine.
  • Let the other ingredients cool, then combine everything in a large mixing bowl, drizzle with your desired amount of dressing and dust with the parmesan cheese.
  • That. Is. It. You can thank me later by leaving a starred review and comment below 😉

Notes

Nutrition

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Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp. olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp. umani powder optional
  • 4 cups Brussel sprouts thinly sliced
  • 1 ½ cups mini potatoes halved or quartered depending on size
  • 1 ½ cups stale or regular bread cut into bite-size pieces

For the dressing:

  • 2 tbsp. vegan mayo
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp. capers
  • 1 tbsp. vegan Worchester sauce
  • juice of one lemon
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ - ½ cup shaved vegan or regular parmesan cheese to serve

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400F and live two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • To one baking sheet add the potatoes and bread. Dust with the 3 tbsp. of olive oil and salt and pepper. Cook for around 25-30 minutes, turning them occasionally to avoid any burning.
  • To the other baking sheet add the brussel sprouts and dust with the garlic powder and umami powder. bake for 20 minutes and turn halfway through to promote even cooking. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  • While that bakes, prepare the dressing by adding all the ingredients to a jar and shake to combine.
  • Let the other ingredients cool, then combine everything in a large mixing bowl, drizzle with your desired amount of dressing and dust with the parmesan cheese.
  • That. Is. It. You can thank me later by leaving a starred review and comment below ;)

Video

Notes

Nutrition

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30 Minute Meals

Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

30 minutes

Yield

4

🥗 This Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad will change your mind about brussels sprouts! Crispy, flavorful, and way better than regular Caesar!

Okay, brussel sprouts always get such a bad reputation. Most people think of them as those little green balls that your grandma boiled and put absolutely no flavor or seasoning on. We all probably dreaded seeing these on our plates as kids. Myself included. BUT let me tell you, my perception of brussel sprouts as an adult has definitely changed, and there are so many great ways to use them, like this shredded Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad.

❤️ Why You’ll Love Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad

  • Quick Preparation: Make this complete meal in under 45 minutes from start to finish.
  • Diet-Friendly: It’s vegan-friendly with plant-based options or could be made vegetarian with traditional parmesan.
  • Incredibly Versatile: Works perfectly as either a substantial side dish or satisfying main course.
  • Nutritional Powerhouse: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber while being naturally low in calories.
  • Crowd-Pleaser: Even brussels sprouts skeptics will be converted by this flavorful twist on classic Caesar.
brussel sprout caesar salad in serving dish on countertop. - 13

🍲 Ingredients

Fresh Brussel Sprouts – Brussel sprouts do not lack in benefits . These little veggies are low in calories, but high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. In particular, vitamin K which is necessary to prevent blood clotting and to keep your bones healthy. Brussel sprouts are also rich in antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids that are always needed in a diet that doesn’t contain fish or seafood, and last but not least, they can help reduce inflammation.

Roasted Potatoes – Adding roasted potatoes transforms this brussel sprout caesar salad from a simple side into a hearty, satisfying meal. Potatoes provide complex carbohydrates for sustained energy, potassium for heart health, and when roasted, develop crispy edges and creamy interiors that add wonderful textural contrast to the tender shredded brussels sprouts.

👩‍🍳 How to Make Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad

It’s this simple. Follow these steps:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400F and live two baking sheets with parchment paper
  2. To one baking sheet add the potatoes and bread. Dust with the 3 tbsp. of olive oil and salt and pepper. Cook for around 25-30 minutes, turning them occasionally to avoid any burning
  3. To the other baking sheet add the brussel sprouts and dust with the garlic powder and umami powder. bake for 20 minutes and turn halfway through to promote even cooking. Watch closely to avoid burning
  4. While that bakes, prepare the dressing by adding all the ingredients to a jar and shake to combine
  5. Let the other ingredients cool, then combine everything in a large mixing bowl, drizzle with your desired amount of dressing, and dust with the parmesan cheese

That. Is. It. You can thank me later by leaving a starred review and comment below 😉

Close-up of brussel sprout caesar salad in serving bowl. - 14

🪄 Tips and Tricks

  • Even Cooking: Turn vegetables halfway through roasting to ensure even browning and prevent burning.
  • Texture Contrast: The combination of crispy roasted elements with fresh shredded brussels creates perfect texture.
  • Dressing Control: Start with less dressing and add more as needed – you can always add but can’t take away.
  • Fresh Assembly: This salad holds up well but tastes best when assembled just before serving.

🗒 Variations

  • Lemon Alternative: White vinegar can substitute for lemon juice in the dressing if needed.
  • Vegan Cheese: VioLife makes excellent vegan parmesan that works perfectly in this recipe.
  • Potato-Free: You can omit potatoes entirely if preferred – just use less dressing when serving.
  • Bread Options: Any sturdy bread works for croutons, or use store-bought for convenience.

🗒 Other Recipes You’ll Love

  • High-Protein Pasta
  • Healthy Lemon & Herb Baked Zucchini
  • Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers
  • Shrimp, Feta + Spinach Stuffed Salmon
Brussel sprout caesar salad in serving bowl - 15

👝 How to Store Leftovers

This brussel sprout caesar salad is best eaten fresh, but since it’s made with brussels sprouts versus regular lettuce, it won’t get soggy as quickly. If possible, store the dressing separately and drizzle on when ready to eat. The dressing will last 5 days in a tightly sealed jar in the fridge.

🤔 Common Questions

Remove outer leaves, trim the stem, then slice thinly with a sharp knife or use a food processor with the slicing disc for even results.

Yes! Use vegan parmesan like VioLife and ensure your bread is vegan-friendly for completely plant-based results.

Brussels sprouts hold up much better than lettuce, so this salad stays crisp longer and can even handle being dressed ahead of time.

Absolutely! Raw shredded brussels sprouts work wonderfully and provide more crunch, though roasting adds deeper flavor.

Watch closely during the last 10 minutes of roasting and turn vegetables if they’re browning too quickly on one side.

Yes! Roast vegetables up to 2 days ahead and store separately, then assemble just before serving for best texture.

Definitely! Grilled chicken , chickpeas, or hemp hearts all work well to boost the protein content further.

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Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad

Video

YouTube video - 17

Ingredients1x2x3x

  • 3 tbsp. olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp. umani powder optional
  • 4 cups Brussel sprouts thinly sliced
  • 1 ½ cups mini potatoes halved or quartered depending on size
  • 1 ½ cups stale or regular bread cut into bite-size pieces

For the dressing:

  • 2 tbsp. vegan mayo
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp. capers
  • 1 tbsp. vegan Worchester sauce
  • juice of one lemon
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ – ½ cup shaved vegan or regular parmesan cheese to serve

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400F and live two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • To one baking sheet add the potatoes and bread. Dust with the 3 tbsp. of olive oil and salt and pepper. Cook for around 25-30 minutes, turning them occasionally to avoid any burning.
  • To the other baking sheet add the brussel sprouts and dust with the garlic powder and umami powder. bake for 20 minutes and turn halfway through to promote even cooking. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  • While that bakes, prepare the dressing by adding all the ingredients to a jar and shake to combine.
  • Let the other ingredients cool, then combine everything in a large mixing bowl, drizzle with your desired amount of dressing and dust with the parmesan cheese.
  • That. Is. It. You can thank me later by leaving a starred review and comment below 😉

Notes

Nutrition

A person serves a fresh salad with tomatoes, greens, and shredded chicken from a large bowl, surrounded by ingredients, lemon slices, water, and smaller salad serving on a marble countertop. - 18

Viral Costco Chicken 🐔

Three large shawarma wraps filled with sliced meat, pickles, red cabbage, and vegetables are arranged on a white plate, garnished with parsley, on a patterned blue tablecloth. - 19

Homemade Doner Kebab Recipe 🍢 (Viral)

A clear glass mug is being filled with yellow juice. Another mug of juice, a plate with yellow cubes, lemons, and a beige cloth are on a light-colored surface in the background. - 20

Frozen Lemon Ginger Cubes 🍋

A plate of food with meat and sauce. - 21

Arayes (Middle Eastern Meat-Stuffed Pita)