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Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apples, Blueberries & Lemon Vinaigrette

November 16, 2018 By Patricia 88 Comments

Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apples, Blueberries & Lemon Vinaigrette is a wonderful fall and winter salad that’s perfect with (or for) any meal. With Thanksgiving around the corner, try this colorful and crunchy salad to serve your family and friends! 

Try a salad that's seasonal, flavorful, and filling! You'll love this recipe for Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apples, Blueberrys & Lemon Vinaigrette!

I love holiday food, and sometimes it’s nice to share foods that might be new to the seasonal menu. Brussels Sprouts might make it to your table, but most people roast them. This Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apples, Blueberries & Lemon Vinaigrette will do you right for something a little different. It’s bright and crunchy and filling!

A bowl filled with a flavorful salad like Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apples, Blueberries & Lemon Vinaigrette is perfect in the winter!

Brussels sprouts salad for the win!

The colors in this salad are beautiful, and depending on where you live, you can pick the lemons to make the vinaigrette from a nearby tree. I know I’m spoiled with citrus trees in my backyard, but I never take them for granted. I try to use them as much as possible when they’re in season.

Try a satisfying salad like Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apples, Blueberries & Lemon Vinaigrette!

Whether you pick the lemons for this salad and its dressing from a tree or from a grocer’s bin, you can’t beat homemade salad dressing. It takes next to no time to make with just a few ingredients, and the flavor is so bright and refreshing.

Pair Brussels sprouts leaves with sweet, crispy apple slices, dried blueberries, and a bit of salty blue cheese for a flavorful salad. You’ll love the combo, and if you’d like, toss in some toasted pecans. You can also swap dried cranberries for the blueberries, and grated Parmesan for the blue cheese. Easy!

Dig into a wintery salad with bright flavor! You'll love Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apples, Blueberries & Lemon Vinaigrette!

If you’re looking for a few salad recipes to add to your mealtime, I have a few that you’ll love: 

Sicilian Fennel and Orange Salad
Brussels Sprouts Salad with Carrots, Apples, Pistachios & Poppy Seed Dressing
Farro and Pea Salad with Lemon-Mint Vinaigrette

Nutrition

Calories

480 cal

Fat

46 g

Carbs

11 g

Protein

6 g
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Serves 4

Brussles Sprouts Salad with Apples, Blueberries & Lemon Vinaigrette

This seasonal salad is both flavorful and filling! The homemade lemon vinaigrette is easy to make with just a few ingredients and adds brightness to this pretty salad.

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Ingredients

    For the dressing:
  • 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon brown-style mustard
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus extra
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, plus extra
  • For the salad:
  • 3/4 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and outer leaves discarded, individual leaves separated
  • 2 small apples (I used Honeycrisp), cut into thin slices
  • 1/3 cup dried blueberries
  • 2 ounces blue cheese crumbles

Instructions

    For the dressing:
  1. Add the /4 teaspoon salt over the minced garlic on a cutting board. Use the flat side of a knife blade to mix and mash the two together until a paste forms.
  2. Add the lemon juice, zest, garlic, mustard, sugar, and about 1/8 teaspoon each of salt and black pepper to a bowl. Whisk to combine.
  3. Add the olive oil to the bowl, a little at a time, whisking.
  4. Stir the dressing before using.
  5. For the salad:
  6. Combine the Brussels sprouts leaves, apple, and blueberries in a large bowl. Drizzle some of the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss to combine.
  7. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle the blue cheese in.
  8. Serve in individual bowls with extra blue cheese and lemon vinaigrette on the side.

Notes

This is a filling, seasonal salad! If you'd like, swap the dried blueberries for dried cranberries, add some toasted pecans, or use Parmesan cheese instead of blue cheese. This is a great salad for lunch or dinner!

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Comments

  1. Kati says

    January 4, 2016 at 3:20 pm

    I love this salad and the way you separated the leaves to make it. I have to try that! My mom just gave me kalettes last night and I think I may try them this way! BTW, I'm totally jealous of your local lemons!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 4, 2016 at 10:29 pm

      Hi Katie! That's a great idea for the kalettes! Thanks for your kind words -- and this Midwestern girl truly loves & appreciates our lemon trees! :)
      Reply
  2. Florian @ContentednessCooking says

    January 4, 2016 at 3:26 pm

    This looks amazing! Love the addition of blueberries.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 4, 2016 at 10:27 pm

      Thanks, Florian! I have really just started using dried blueberries in more things. Love them!
      Reply
  3. lauren says

    January 4, 2016 at 3:27 pm

    This looks awesome! I am pinning to my salad love board!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 4, 2016 at 10:27 pm

      Thanks so much, Lauren!
      Reply
  4. heather @french press says

    January 4, 2016 at 3:53 pm

    you know it's been a good holiday when even the kid are requesting salad for dinner :) we ate our way around NY and now this salad looks like the best and most delicious way to get back on track!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 4, 2016 at 10:27 pm

      Haha! I know...I can only take so much! I still have one holiday visitor here with me, but we're trying to lighten things up! Thanks, Heather!
      Reply
  5. Angela Tolsma says

    January 4, 2016 at 4:54 pm

    I am totally making this for lunch!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 4, 2016 at 10:26 pm

      Ooo! Let me know what you think! Thanks, Angela!
      Reply
  6. Beth says

    January 4, 2016 at 4:57 pm

    This salad looks so refreshing - love the presentation in that big bowl too!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 4, 2016 at 10:25 pm

      Thanks for your kind words, Beth!
      Reply
  7. Sabrina says

    January 4, 2016 at 5:16 pm

    What a deliciously healthy salad! I love Brussels Sprouts and I think if I presented them this way, more of my guests would love them too. Right now they only love them roasted with lots of bacon!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 4, 2016 at 10:25 pm

      Haha! I love roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon, too :) Thanks so much - hope you give this version a try!
      Reply
  8. Frugal Mom of 8 says

    January 4, 2016 at 7:31 pm

    There is just no part of this recipe I don't love! I can't wait to make it.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 4, 2016 at 10:24 pm

      That's great to hear! Thank you!
      Reply
  9. Leah says

    January 4, 2016 at 8:50 pm

    This salad sounds wonderful! The vinaigrette sounds like it can go with a lot!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 4, 2016 at 10:24 pm

      Thanks, Leah! Yes! The vinaigrette is great with so much!
      Reply
  10. Chrisy @ Homemade Hooplah says

    January 4, 2016 at 9:09 pm

    This sounds SO refreshing! I'm in desperate need of new salads in my rotation, too - can't wait to try this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 4, 2016 at 10:24 pm

      Thanks, Chrisy! I know...Ive been searching for some new ones, too!
      Reply
  11. Ginger Marie says

    January 4, 2016 at 9:19 pm

    This sounds delicious! Also, your pictures are superb. So bright and yummy looking. :D
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 4, 2016 at 10:23 pm

      Thanks so much for your kind words, Ginger!
      Reply
  12. Kristin says

    January 4, 2016 at 9:40 pm

    Mmm this salad looks great! Thank you for sharing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 4, 2016 at 10:23 pm

      Thanks very much, Kristin!
      Reply
  13. Marlynn @ UrbanBlissLife says

    January 4, 2016 at 9:59 pm

    Um, is it wrong that I am eating a freshly baked cookie while reading this? Oopsie! :) This salad looks SO refreshing after the holidays, though. I absolutely love how you used the brussells sprouts. I only started eating and cooking with brussels sprouts about 5 or 6 years ago, and I have always cooked them. I haven't had a salad with uncooked brussels sprouts and will have to give this recipe a try!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 4, 2016 at 10:23 pm

      It's definitely not wrong -- I've been eyeballing leftover cookies all day, but so far, so good! Ha! Thank so much, Marlynn!
      Reply
  14. Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits says

    January 4, 2016 at 10:28 pm

    Happy new year, Patricia! I roast brussels sprouts all the time, but I've never thought of adding them to a salad! This looks beautiful!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 7, 2016 at 8:47 pm

      Hi Lisa! Thanks and Happy 2016! I love roasted Brussels sprouts, too! Hope you give this a try!
      Reply
  15. Terumi says

    January 4, 2016 at 10:36 pm

    What a neat way to use brussel sprouts! Can't wait to try this one:) Trying to be more healthy this January!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 5, 2016 at 4:05 pm

      You & me both, Terumi! Thanks so much!
      Reply
  16. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

    January 4, 2016 at 11:19 pm

    So light and refreshing, I love Brussels sprouts and all the flavors you've combined here!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 5, 2016 at 4:05 pm

      Thanks very much, Kimberly! :)
      Reply
  17. Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts says

    January 5, 2016 at 1:49 am

    I love the idea of having brussels sprouts as a salad with apples - sweet, tart and delicious!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 5, 2016 at 4:05 pm

      Hi Erin -- thanks so much (and crunchy, too)!
      Reply
  18. Maria says

    January 5, 2016 at 2:29 am

    This looks like a winning combination to me. I must try it!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 5, 2016 at 4:04 pm

      Thank you, Maria! Hope you try & enjoy!
      Reply
  19. Michelle @ Blackberry Babe says

    January 5, 2016 at 2:53 am

    What a gorgeous salad! The dressing sounds fabulous.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 5, 2016 at 4:04 pm

      Thanks, Michelle! The dressing is super fresh & easy to make!
      Reply
  20. Melanie | Melanie Makes says

    January 5, 2016 at 2:59 am

    What a delicious salad to help get back on track - love the mix of greens and fruit!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 5, 2016 at 4:04 pm

      Thanks so much, Melanie! Just what I needed after all the cookies ;)
      Reply
  21. Michelle | A Dish of Daily Life says

    January 5, 2016 at 3:14 am

    I am so jealous you can pick your own lemons!! My husband and I bought an apple tree this fall...it is our first fruit tree (although from what I understand we need another in the yard to get fruit, so I guess we'll be adding another this spring). Anyway, your salad looks fabulous...I've been meaning to try brussels sprouts in a salad! Thanks for the recipe!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 5, 2016 at 4:03 pm

      Thanks, Michelle! I'd be thrilled with any sort of fruit in my yard, especially apples! You'll be thrilled once you get them! Let me know what you think if you try this salad!
      Reply
  22. Sara says

    January 5, 2016 at 3:53 am

    I typically do roasted brussels sprouts but I love the idea of putting them in a salad! I'm going to try this next time I buy some!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 5, 2016 at 4:02 pm

      Hi Sara! I love them roasted, too! Let me know what you think if you try them in a salad!
      Reply
  23. KatyRose says

    January 5, 2016 at 4:01 am

    I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to make brussel sprouts! This is so creative, and so much better than cooking them all the time. Looks delish! - Katy
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 5, 2016 at 4:02 pm

      Hi Katy - glad you found this! Hope you enjoy it! Thank you!
      Reply
  24. Julie says

    January 5, 2016 at 5:32 am

    Lovely winter salad! I've never had brussel sprouts fresh -- usually I roast or microwave them. I'll pin this on my board.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 5, 2016 at 4:01 pm

      Hi Julie - thanks so much! I looooove them roasted, too!
      Reply
  25. Dee Dee (My Midlife Kitchen) says

    January 5, 2016 at 2:41 pm

    This looks like freshness itself on a plate! I'll admit that I am not a huge brussel sprout fan, but when prepped in raw form, I'm much more likely to enjoy it. And what's not to enjoy with the ingredients you've put together here?? Yum!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 5, 2016 at 4:00 pm

      Thanks, Dee Dee! I hope you give this a try and enjoy!
      Reply
  26. Jenny | Honey and Birch says

    January 5, 2016 at 3:09 pm

    This salad is lovely and a perfect transition from holiday food to healthy food!! I'm pretty new to brussels sprouts and I am loving them in salads!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 5, 2016 at 3:58 pm

      That's great, Jenny! They are so yummy (I like them roasted, too)! Thank you!
      Reply
  27. Sid says

    January 5, 2016 at 3:55 pm

    The pictures are nice and I am sure it tastes really great too! :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 5, 2016 at 3:57 pm

      Thanks so much, Sid!
      Reply
  28. Chrissa - Physical Kitchness says

    January 5, 2016 at 7:30 pm

    Ooooo Brussels are totally my jam! And this recipe is an entirely different way to eat them than I'm used to. LOVE IT! Thanks for the inspiration!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 5, 2016 at 10:56 pm

      So glad to hear! Thanks for stopping by, Chrissa - hope you try this and enjoy it!
      Reply
  29. Matt @ Plating Pixels says

    January 6, 2016 at 1:10 am

    I'm not a huge fan of Brussels sprouts put I'd probably eat this! Love the flavors.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 7, 2016 at 8:46 pm

      Thanks, Matt! People seems split 50-50 over Brussels sprouts, but maybe this recipe can help sway some people, like you said!
      Reply
  30. Kelly @ Inspired Edibles says

    January 7, 2016 at 8:12 pm

    Haha, salad me please :) it can be a rude transition from the holiday cookies back to the freshies but with a plate as attractive as this, you make it easy & desirable! Love all the goodness you've packed into this salad Patricia and your vinaigrette sounds delightful - lemon/apple/blue cheese...mmm. Wishing you good things in 2016, x.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 7, 2016 at 8:45 pm

      Thanks so much, Kelly! It *is* rough!! You know I love my lemon tree out back ; Happy 2016!!
      Reply
  31. Helene D'Souza says

    November 14, 2016 at 6:34 pm

    I have never considered adding Brussels sprouts to a salad. Just saw the other day fresh ones in the shop. I think so it's a sign that I should try your salad some time. The colors are so fitting for the season, it's inspiring.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 15, 2016 at 4:03 am

      Thanks so much, Helene! I think it's a good sign, too :) Hope you try this and enjoy!
      Reply
  32. Esther says

    November 14, 2016 at 9:09 pm

    WoW! This looks amazing and so fresh! Thanks for sharing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 15, 2016 at 4:02 am

      Thanks so much, Esther!
      Reply
  33. Lauren says

    November 14, 2016 at 9:23 pm

    I love brussel sprouts and this looks so good!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 15, 2016 at 4:02 am

      Thanks a bunch, Lauren!
      Reply
  34. Tara says

    November 15, 2016 at 1:00 am

    What a divine recipe!! We have so many sprouts in the garden, and I've just been roasting the heck out of them. This gives me something new to try.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 15, 2016 at 4:01 am

      Oh, how lucky you are! I love Brussels sprouts roasted, too, for sure! Hope you try this! Thanks!
      Reply
  35. Maria says

    November 15, 2016 at 4:06 am

    What a pretty salad! Must try! :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 16, 2016 at 10:12 pm

      Thanks so much!
      Reply
  36. Anika says

    November 15, 2016 at 4:10 am

    Love this idea!! The salad sounds so good! I am going to try it this week. I eat salads for linch and have been looking for more simple and fun salads.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 16, 2016 at 10:12 pm

      This is simple & so good! Hope you love it! Thanks, Anika!
      Reply
  37. Heather Denniston says

    November 15, 2016 at 4:53 am

    I don't think I have ever seen a recipe that uses raw Brussels! Well done. This looks delicious.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 16, 2016 at 10:11 pm

      Thanks, Heather! :)
      Reply
  38. Christine Anne says

    November 15, 2016 at 4:45 pm

    I've never thought to use brussels sprouts as the base of a salad. This is such a good and nutritious idea! So much yum!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 16, 2016 at 10:10 pm

      Thanks, Christine! Hope you try it soon!
      Reply
  39. Krista Williams says

    November 15, 2016 at 5:45 pm

    Heck yes! I love brussel sprouts so much - this looks AMAZING! Krista www.hundredblog.com
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 16, 2016 at 10:09 pm

      I know -- me, too! Thanks, Krista!
      Reply
  40. Imaobong says

    November 16, 2016 at 8:32 am

    This recipe is so easy to put together and really healthy too -- I love it!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 16, 2016 at 10:06 pm

      Thanks so much! Very easy!
      Reply
  41. Savannah says

    November 16, 2016 at 11:54 pm

    Ooooo, I like what you've done with the brussels sprouts!! I've only ever cooked them whole, and they're always just so bitter and I'm not really a fan, but this looks so interesting! Definitely going to be giving it a try-thanks for sharing! <3
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 18, 2016 at 4:22 am

      Thanks, Savannah! Hope you enjoy this dish!
      Reply
  42. Erin says

    November 17, 2016 at 12:59 am

    Looks so light and refreshing. A perfect break from the heavy meals that are popular this time of year.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 18, 2016 at 4:21 am

      Yes! Sometimes you just need a salad! Thanks, Erin!
      Reply
  43. michele says

    November 20, 2016 at 5:01 pm

    I love the addition of the dried blueberries in this! Changing things up a bit since I'm kind of over the dried cranberries ! I have everything to make this so I know for sure what Im going to have for lunch!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2016 at 3:44 am

      Totally agree, Michele! Dried cranberries are good, but nice to switch it up, too! Thanks & enjoy!
      Reply
  44. Sarah Walker Caron (Sarah's Cucina Bella) says

    November 20, 2016 at 9:10 pm

    So many wonderful flavors in this salad! Looks amazing.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2016 at 3:43 am

      Thanks a bunch, Sarah!
      Reply

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