Posts Tagged ‘Brussels Sprouts’
3 Simple Holiday Sides!
Just days until Thanksgiving and it’s time to get down to business. (If you’re on bird duty this year, Godspeed.) Today, let’s discuss the most important part of the Thanksgiving Day feast— the sides! Below, you’ll find my three favorite side dishes, all of which would be excellent additions to your holiday spread. I’m hoping…
Read MoreKale Salad With Brussels Sprouts, Apples & Maple Walnuts
Nowadays, kale salad gets knocked as cliché and overexposed. But when I first started making this recipe for a Thanksgiving menu years ago, it made perfect sense. The basic formula—thinly shredded kale and Brussels sprouts, pungent dressing, savory cheese, and crunchy nuts—makes a refreshing option on plates piled high with stuffing, gravy and sweet potatoes.…
Read MoreLemon Garlic Roasted Brussels Sprouts
I could eat this whole pan. So what’s my secret to making these Brussels sprouts so good? There are three. First, these babies are roasted. Roasted veggies are the best kind, right? Second, the Lemon Garlic Honey Dijon sauce. Once the sauce-coated Brussels hit the hot oven, magic happens. And third, the balsamic glaze. And…
Read MoreBrussels Sprouts, Sweet Potato & Quinoa Salad
I’m prepping for Thanksgiving. In part because I love food, but primarily because any holiday that doesn’t require trips to the mall, costumes and/or hours spent on Amazon, is all right by me. Therefore, during the upcoming weeks I plan to experiment with recipes in order to fine-tune a menu worthy of being devoted to…
Read MoreFall Salad with Rosemary & Sea Salt Roasted Chickpeas and Apple Cider Vinaigrette
I have a feeling that I’m going to be eating this salad daily for the next few months… You’ll see what I mean when you find yourself dipping your fork directly into the bowl of leftovers in the fridge. The kale and Brussels sprouts combo makes a wonderful hearty salad base, and its earthiness is…
Read MoreCreamy Cauliflower Soup with Crispy Brussels Sprouts & Smokey Chickpeas
This soup is the best cauliflower creation I’ve had in a while. Bursting with flavor and texture this soup is fall in a bowl. It’s thick and remarkably creamy despite the lack of actual cream, which is always a good thing. While the cauliflower soup can hold it’s own, it’s the toppings that elevate each…
Read MoreCrunchy Detox Salad with Tahini Dressing
Detoxing is rarely this delicious, friends. Besides being beautiful, delicious, and fun to eat, the vegetables in this salad contain nutrients and phytochemicals which can alter levels of liver enzymes, clear toxic compounds from the blood, lower inflammation and regulate hormones. It’s a win-win! This salad is so clean and crisp but crunchy and rich…
Read MoreQuinoa Lentil & Crispy Brussels Sprout Salad
I won’t bore you with the many health benefits of this salad. Instead, let’s focus on the amazing fall flavors in this little delight. We’ve got protein packed quinoa & lentils, crispy Brussels sprouts, tart cranberries, crisp scallions, and toasted pecans, all tossed with lemon juice and olive oil. It’s hearty & fresh and loaded…
Read MoreBrussels Sprouts Avocado Caesar Salad
Simple, fresh, and perfect for you Brussels Sprout lovers! Today I bring you a powerhouse of a salad. We are leaving behind the traditional romaine for hearty and nutrient rich Brussels Sprouts. Then we’re tossing it with a nice creamy dressing, and topping it with some toasted up croutons. Yum. An easy spin on a…
Read MoreAvocado & Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad Recipe
Have you ever eaten Brussels Sprouts raw? Oh yes, raw. Finely sliced fresh Brussels Sprouts are crisp + delicious. Similar to shredded cabbage in texture, but more flavorful. I think it’s safe to say that currently they are my favorite veggie. And of course, they’re extremely good for you. It’s always nice to be crazy…
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