Italian Brussels Sprout Salad
A fresh and colorful salad combining Brussels sprouts, chickpeas, salami, and olives, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups shaved Brussels sprouts Fresh is preferred for better texture and flavor.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 5 oz sliced salami Can be substituted with deli meat or omitted for vegetarian version.
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed Roasting for extra crunch is optional.
- 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup shaved parmesan Can substitute with feta or goat cheese.
- 1/4 cup Italian dressing or balsamic vinaigrette Store separately if making ahead to keep the salad crisp.
Instructions
Preparation
- Toss all ingredients in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with your favorite vinaigrette.
- Top with shaved parmesan and cracked pepper.
- Chill and serve fresh!
Notes
For a vegetarian version, skip the salami and add extra chickpeas or diced avocado. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. Best served fresh.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4g
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