The Healthful Kitchen
  • Home
  • Main Dish
  • Side
  • Salad
  • Soup
  • Contact
The Healthful Kitchen
  • Home
  • Main Dish
  • Side
  • Salad
  • Soup
  • Contact
Side

Bright & Bitter Brussels Sprouts

by Heather
Brussels-Sprouts-Slaw-Heather-Habelka

My Bright & Bitter Brussels Sprouts Slaw is the perfect addition to the holiday table, weekly meal prep menu, or detox plan!

It adds a much needed dose of brightness to the traditional cold weather staples that can hamper our digestion and detoxification.

The mighty Brussels Sprout is part of the Brassica Family (just like broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, arugula & kale) and the superpowers of this Family are undeniable! They are packed with vitamins & fiber, help balance hormones, and support detoxification.

However, raw Brussels Sprouts can be difficult to digest, so you’ll want to make this ahead. The vinegar-rich dressing helps to “cook” and soften the slaw and the bitterness helps to activate digestion. Don’t be afraid to dress it and let it sit at room temperature (for one hour max.) until it’s time to eat!

In addition to being healthful, my recipe for Bright & Bitter Brussels Sprouts Slaw is affordable, simple to prepare, and requires minimal clean up.

The dressing is made from pantry staples, pecans & pomegranates are plentiful (and more affordable) during the winter months, and here in the Northeast, one 12 oz. bag of Brussels costs $3.49!

Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Brussels-Sprouts-Slaw-Heather-Habelka

Bright & Bitter Brussels Sprouts Slaw

★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
  • Author: Heather Habelka, TheHealthfulKitchen.com
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x
Print Recipe
Pin Recipe

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 Bag Shaved Brussels Sprouts (12 oz.)
  • Garnish: Pomegranate Seeds & Pecans

Dressing:

  • 3 Tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Tsp. Honey
  • 1 Tsp. Dijon Mustard
  • 1/2 Tsp. Salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl add the vinegar & salt and whisk until the salt is dissolved.
  2. Add the honey, mustard and olive oil and whisk to emulsify.
  3. Toss in the shaved Brussels Sprouts.
  4. Mix to ensure the sprouts are evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. Top with garnishes of your choice (pomegranate seeds & pecans are my fav) to give the dish a pop of crunch and color!

Did you cook this in your Healthful Kitchen?

Please share/tag @the_healthful_kitchen #thehealthfulkitchen or rate/comment below!

brussels sprouts
previous post
It’s Soup Season!
next post
Going Gluten Free with Chickpeas

You may also like

Easy to Cook (& Digest) Kale

Let’s Give Beet Greens Some Love

Zucchini: Summer’s Best Side Dish

Spring into Dandelion Greens

1 comment

CT Foodie -

I was drawn to the photo but once I read the recipe i was like “WOW, I have to make that!” Thank you!!!

★★★★★

Reply

Leave a Comment Cancel Reply

Recipe rating ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Welcome!

Welcome!

I'm Heather, Creator of The Healthful Kitchen & National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC). My Dad's cancer diagnosis led me to the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN) several years ago, and inspired my career change from marketing & communications to culinary health coaching. In addition to my national board certification (the health coaching profession's highest distinction), I've completed specialized training in integrative nutrition & holistic health cooking and studied at the Natural Gourmet Institute. I'm also proud to be a registered Health at Every Size practitioner. I'm so happy you landed here and hope you enjoy the affordable, simple & healthful recipes I create & the community I curate. Welcome to The Healthful Kitchen!

Join The Healthful Kitchen Community:

Join & Receive Invites to our FREE Cooking Classes!

Next Class: Saturday, April 22 - 4pm ET

Popular Posts

  • 1

    Easy to Cook (& Digest) Kale

  • 2

    Lunch Made Simple & Whole

  • 3

    A New Spin on Irish Stew

Search:

  • Instagram
  • Linkedin
  • Youtube
Footer Logo
  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy Policy

©️ Copyright 2020 - 2023 | Heather B. Habelka - The Healthful Kitchen | Disclaimer: This website is for informational purposes only. It is not intended for the purpose of medical or healthcare advice.