Brussels Sprouts Salad with Dates, Parmesan Cheese, Pistachios & Creamy Lemon Dressing
May 23, 2025 04:09 AM
This vibrant Brussels Sprouts Salad is anything but ordinary. Shaved Brussels sprouts are tossed with sweet dates, salty Parmesan, crunchy pistachios, and a creamy lemon dressing for a fresh, flavorful dish that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or entertaining. It’s one of my favorite salads and I think you will love it too!
If you think Brussels sprouts are only destined for roasting or sautéing, it’s time to meet your new favorite salad. This Brussels Sprouts Salad with Dates, Parmesan, Pistachios, and Creamy Lemon Dressing is vibrant, fresh, and full of flavor and texture.
This salad has it all! It’s crunchy, sweet, salty, creamy, and a little tangy. The raw Brussels sprouts are thinly shaved, turning them into a crisp and tender slaw-like base. Add in chewy chopped dates, salty shaved parmesan, nutty pistachios, green onions, fresh herbs and you’ve got a flavor combination that keeps every bite interesting.
But the real star? The creamy lemon dressing that brings everything together. I use plain Greek yogurt as the base so it’s super creamy and packed with protein too! It softens the raw Brussels sprouts just enough to make them tender without losing their crunch. It’s bright, bold, and exactly what this salad needs to go from good to wow.
Serve it as a fresh side dish at dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or spring brunches. It also holds its own as a light lunch or a make-ahead meal prep star. Pair it with chicken thighs, baked salmon, pasta primavera, pork tenderloin, chicken milanese, or any meal!
Ingredients:
For the Creamy Lemon Dressing
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
For the Salad
- 1 lb brussels sprouts, ends trimmed
- 1/2 cup pistachios, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped dates
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped mint
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- For garnish: extra herbs, pistachios, and Parmesan cheese
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
20 minutes
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