Mediterranean Diet Brussels Sprouts Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Brighten up your mealtime with this Mediterranean Diet Brussels Sprouts Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette, a vibrant and nutritious dish packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients! Thinly shaved Brussels sprouts form a crunchy and satisfying base, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber slices, and the mild bite of red onion. Creamy crumbled feta cheese and briny Kalamata olives add irresistible Mediterranean charm, while fresh parsley lends a zesty herbal touch. Tossed in a tangy and refreshing lemon vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, and a hint of garlic, this quick and easy salad is not only healthy but also bursting with bold flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's a perfect addition to any lunch, dinner, or outdoor gathering and pairs beautifully with grilled proteins or crusty bread. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this salad is a delightful way to incorporate the principles of the Mediterranean diet into your lifestyle while savoring every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Brussels sprouts
• 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 100 grams Feta cheese
• 50 grams Kalamata olives
• 15 grams Parsley
• 60 milliliters Extra virgin olive oil
• 45 milliliters Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the Brussels sprouts. Rinse them thoroughly under running water, remove any damaged outer leaves, and trim the ends. Using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer, thinly shave the Brussels sprouts and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Rinse and halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the Brussels sprouts.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber and slice it into thin half-moons. Add these to the bowl as well.

Step 4

Finely slice the red onion and add it to the salad mixture.

Step 5

Crumble the feta cheese over the salad ingredients.

Step 6

Pit and halve the Kalamata olives before adding them to the bowl.

Step 7

Roughly chop the parsley leaves and add them to the salad for a burst of freshness.

Step 8

In a small bowl, prepare the lemon vinaigrette. Combine the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic clove. Whisk the ingredients together until well emulsified.

Step 9

Season the vinaigrette with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 10

Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss all the ingredients together until evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 11

Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Step 12

Garnish the salad with extra parsley if desired and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1246.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1206.3

Total Fat 92.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 89mg	0%
Sodium 3186.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.2g	0%
Total Sugars 24.4g
Protein 36.5g	0%

Vitamin D 16IU	0%
Calcium 775.5mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 1073.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.2%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 23.4%