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Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad with Crispy and Fresh Ingredients

Crispy Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad with Fresh Flavor Boost

This Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad with Crispy and Fresh Ingredients offers a delightful twist on a classic dish, packed with vibrant flavors in every bite.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: high protein salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pounds Brussels sprouts fresh, rinsed and trimmed
  • 1 cup Fresh parsley roughly chopped
  • 4 cups Focaccia bread cut into bite-sized cubes
For the Dressing
  • 2 Egg yolks
  • 2 Lemon juice juice from 2 lemons
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 10 Anchovy fillets
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon Red wine vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne for a hint of heat
  • ¼ cup Olive oil plus extra for croutons
  • ¼ cup Grapeseed oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper a pinch
  • Salt a pinch
For the Croutons
  • Extra olive oil for tossing focaccia
  • 3 sprigs Fresh thyme
  • 3 cloves Extra garlic smashed

Equipment

  • blender
  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Food Processor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse and trim 2 pounds of Brussels sprouts, then finely shred them.
  2. In a blender, combine 2 egg yolks, juice from 2 lemons, 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and 10 anchovy fillets. Blend until smooth.
  3. Slowly drizzle in ¼ cup of olive oil and ¼ cup of grapeseed oil while blending to create a creamy dressing.
  4. Season the dressing with 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar, ¼ teaspoon cayenne, and a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste, blending briefly to combine.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss 4 cups of focaccia cubes with extra olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread on a baking sheet.
  6. Add 3 smashed garlic cloves and 3 sprigs of thyme, then bake for about 8 minutes or until golden and crispy.
  7. In a large bowl, combine the shredded Brussels sprouts, 1 cup of parsley, and the croutons. Toss gently to combine.
  8. Drizzle the creamy dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Adjust seasoning and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture. Leftovers can be stored separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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