Delicious Brussels Sprouts Waldorf Salad with a Healthy Twist

Looking for a vibrant and nutritious side dish to elevate your holiday meals? Try our Brussels Sprouts Waldorf Salad! This refreshing salad combines the earthy flavor of Brussels sprouts with the sweetness of apples, the crunch of celery, and the nuttiness of toasted walnuts. Pomegranate seeds add a burst of color and additional health benefits. Plus, we’ve lightened up the traditional dressing by swapping out mayonnaise for a healthier alternative.

What you will need:

• mayonnaise (or substitute with Greek yogurt or plant-based mayonnaise)
• lemon juice
• Dijon mustard
• shallot
• fresh tarragon
• honey
• salt
• Brussels sprouts
• crunchy apple
• celery
• walnuts
• seedless red grapes
• pomegranate seeds (optional)

This recipe is delicious and nutritious! Your guest won’t even have to know!!

Health Benefits:

• Brussels Sprouts: Rich in vitamins C and K, as well as fiber, Brussels sprouts support a healthy immune system and digestion.
• Apples: Packed with fiber and antioxidants, apples contribute to heart health and can help regulate blood sugar.
• Celery: Low in calories and high in fiber, celery aids in digestion and is a good source of vitamin K.
• Walnuts: Full of omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants, walnuts promote heart health and can reduce inflammation.
• Grapes: Contain resveratrol, which has been linked to heart health, and are a good source of vitamins C and K.
• Pomegranate Seeds (optional): Packed with antioxidants, pomegranate seeds add a burst of flavor and may have anti-inflammatory effects.

Making the Salad

1. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise (or substitute), lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced shallot, chopped tarragon, honey, and salt. Set aside.
2. Prep the Brussels Sprouts: Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and thinly slice them. You can use a sharp knife or a mandoline for even slices. Or if you are looking for even easier! Traders Joe’s and other stores have Brussel sprouts that are already sliced! Shh….we won’t tell anyone just how easy this makes this recipe.
3. Cut the Fruit: When chopping the apples it can be helpful to rinse with water with lemon juice to keep them from browning.
4. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced Brussels sprouts, apple slices, chopped celery, toasted walnuts, and halved grapes. Toss gently to mix.
5. Add the Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and toss until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
6. Garnish and Serve: If using, sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the top for an extra burst of color and antioxidants. Serve the Brussels Sprouts Waldorf Salad immediately, or refrigerate for a few hours to let the flavors meld.

Substitutions:

For a lighter dressing, you can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or a plant-based mayonnaise product. This modification reduces the overall calorie and fat content while maintaining a creamy texture. Personally, I love Greek Yogurt, but some recipes are just better with mayonnaise, so I tend to look for the healthier option.

This Brussels Sprouts Waldorf Salad is not only a flavorful addition to your holiday table but also a colorful way to increase your intake of fruits and vegetables. Think the rainbow! 🌈 If you are interested in learning more about the benefits of eating the rainbow, check out The BNP Rainbow Challenge.

Vibrant, colorful foods aren’t just beautiful to look at. They also benefit our bodies, helping us run better, feel better, and maintain better health in the long term. Research confirms that intaking all these colors from plants makes a difference in our overall health and that a variety of sources for each color, more often, aligns with better health outcomes. Through BNP’s Rainbow Challenge, you’ll identify the color(s) you don’t get in as easily and discover ways to overcome challenges to get those colors in more often. With help from your personal wellness coach, you’ll discover a technicolor, antioxidant-packed world of health and wellness.

Brussels Sprouts Waldorf Salad

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Ingredients

  

• 1/3 cup mayonnaise substitute with Greek yogurt or plant-based mayonnaise
• 3 Tbsp lemon juice
• 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 shallot minced
• 2 tsp fresh tarragon chopped
• 1 tsp honey
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 10 oz Brussels sprouts sliced thin (about 4 cups)
• 1 crunchy apple cored & sliced thin
• 3 celery sticks finely chopped
• 1/2 cup walnuts toasted & chopped
• 1/2 cup seedless red grapes halved
• 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds optional

Instructions

 

• Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise (or substitute), lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced shallot, chopped tarragon, honey, and salt. Set aside.
• Prep the Brussels Sprouts: Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and thinly slice them. You can use a sharp knife or a mandoline for even slices.
• Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced Brussels sprouts, apple slices, chopped celery, toasted walnuts, and halved grapes. Toss gently to mix.
• Add the Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and toss until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
• Garnish and Serve: If using, sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the top for an extra burst of color and antioxidants. Serve the Brussels Sprouts Waldorf Salad immediately, or refrigerate for a few hours to let the flavors meld.

Enjoy the health benefits while savoring the delightful combination of textures and flavors in every bite!