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Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad

Indulgent Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad for the Win

This Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad is a vibrant twist on a classic, packed with flavor and quick to prepare.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: high protein salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pounds Brussels sprouts thinly shaved
  • 1 cup Fresh parsley roughly chopped
  • 4 cups Focaccia cubes for croutons
For the Dressing
  • 2 Egg yolks
  • 2 lemons Lemon juice juiced
  • 2 cloves Garlic for dressing
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 10 fillets Anchovy fillets
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon Red wine vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • ¼ cup Olive oil plus more for croutons
  • ¼ cup Grapeseed oil
  • a pinch Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • a pinch Salt
For the Croutons
  • 3 sprigs Fresh thyme
  • 3 cloves Extra garlic smashed

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Knife
  • mandoline slicer

Method
 

Make the Dressing
  1. In a food processor, combine 2 egg yolks, the juice of 2 lemons, 2 cloves of garlic, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 10 anchovy fillets, 1 cup of finely grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar, and ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper. Blend until smooth, and then slowly drizzle in ¼ cup olive oil and ¼ cup grapeseed oil while continuing to blend. Season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Prepare the Croutons
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, toss 4 cups of bite-sized focaccia cubes with olive oil, a pinch of salt, freshly ground black pepper, 3 smashed garlic cloves, and 3 sprigs of fresh thyme. Spread the seasoned focaccia cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer to ensure even crispness.
Bake the Croutons
  1. Bake the croutons in the preheated oven for about 8 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning, and once done, remove the tray from the oven, discarding the thyme and garlic pieces. Allow the croutons to cool slightly.
Prepare the Brussels Sprouts
  1. While the croutons are baking, trim the ends off 2 pounds of Brussels sprouts and shave them into thin ribbons. Set aside the shaved Brussels sprouts in a large mixing bowl.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In the bowl with the shaved Brussels sprouts, add 1 cup of roughly chopped fresh parsley and the crispy croutons you just made. Drizzle most of the prepared dressing over the mixture and toss everything together gently.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for best flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste.

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