Italian Chopped Brussels Sprouts Salad
Italian Chopped Brussels Sprouts Salad is a vibrant and healthy dish that combines finely chopped Brussels sprouts, sweet cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and a zesty lemon dressing. This salad offers a satisfying crunch and fresh flavors, making it perfect as a side dish for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. With minimal preparation time and straightforward steps, you can whip up this nutritious salad in no time, impressing family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and finely chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and remove any damaged leaves. Finely chop them using a knife or food processor.
- Chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped Brussels sprouts and vegetables. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Allow the salad to rest for about five minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg