Go Back Email Link
+ servings
Dressed Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad
Print Recipe
5 from 2 votes

Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad

Brussel Sprout Caesar salad combines raw shredded and roasted Brussel sprouts with roasted chickpeas, raw vegetables, and a tangy oil-free vegan Caesar dressing. Sprinkle with vegan parmesan cheese and let the magic begin.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 290kcal

Ingredients

Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad

  • 1 ½ pounds Brussels sprouts trimmed and soaked (Divide in half; half shredded, half cut in half)
  • 1 red onion cut into slivers
  • 1 English cucumber cut into slices and then halves
  • 6 radishes sliced thin
  • 15 ounces chickpeas drained (1 can)

Roasted Brussel Sprouts

  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 Tablespoons nutritional yeast

Roasted chickpeas

  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic powder

Caesar Salad Dressing (Makes ¾-1 cup)

Garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cleaning and Preparing Brussels Sprouts

  • Cut the ends off the Brussel sprouts and remove any yellow outer leaves.
  • Prepare a large bowl with cold water and 2 Tablespoons of salt.
  • Add the Brussel sprouts and soak for 20 minutes.
  • Drain and rinse the Brussel sprouts and divide.
  • Shred half of the Brussel sprouts in a food processor, with a large blade, or by hand or with a box grater.
  • Cut the other Brussel sprouts in half.
  • Place the Brussel sprouts cut in half in a bowl, and toss with the juice of 1 lemon.
  • Add the garlic powder and nutritional yeast and toss to coat.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
  • Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • Spread the coated Brussel sprouts in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  • Now prepare the chickpeas.

Roasted Chickpeas

  • Drain can of chickpeas, but do not rinse them.
  • Cowl chickpeas into a bowl, and toss with the juice of 1 lemon.
  • Then add garlic powder and nutritional yeast. Toss to coat.
  • Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • Spread the coated Brussel sprouts in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  • Place the chickpeas and Brussel sprouts in the oven at 425 degrees.
  • Cook the chickpeas for 25 minutes and the Brussel sprouts for 25 minutes.
  • You can do this on one pan, or on two separate pans.
  • Remember, though, to flip the chickpeas over half way through cooking.
  • Allow both to cool while preparing the rest of the salad.

Vegan Caesar Salad Dressing

  • Combine all the ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.
  • Add additional water for a thinner dressing.
  • Refrigerate until ready to use.

Assembling the Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad

  • Place the shredded Brussel sprouts in the base of a large bowl.
  • Add the raw cucumbers, red onion, and radishes.
  • Add the warm or cold roasted Brussel sprouts and roasted chickpeas.
  • Toss and drizzle with vegan Caesar dressing.
  • Sprinkle with vegan parmesan cheese (optional)

Notes

  • Cut the ends off the Brussel sprouts and remove any loose outer leaves.
  • Soaking the brussel sprouts helps to clean the layers of leaves.
  • As a shortcut, buy shaved Brussel sprouts (Whole Foods carries them).
  • Use a box cutter to a food processor.
  • Avocado is another substitute for cashews in the dressing.
  • Keep the crunchy chickpeas separate from the salad ingredients until it is time to serve to keep them crunchy.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 352mg | Potassium: 989mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 971IU | Vitamin C: 123mg | Calcium: 165mg | Iron: 5mg