Thanksgiving Kale and Brussels Sprouts Slaw Recipe
This Thanksgiving Slaw is a vibrant, crunchy salad featuring a medley of shredded kale, Brussels sprouts, red cabbage, and carrot, all tossed in a tangy balsamic and maple syrup dressing and finished with sweet dried cranberries. It’s a perfect festive side dish that adds color and nutrition to your holiday table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 1/2 bunch Tuscan kale
- 8 large Brussels sprouts
- 3 cups shredded red cabbage
- 1 medium carrot, shredded
Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Add-ins
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Prepare the kale: Tear the leaves from the stems, roll them up, and slice thinly crosswise to create delicate ribbons.
- Slice the Brussels sprouts: Cut them crosswise into thin slices for a crisp texture.
- Shred the cabbage and carrot: Cut the red cabbage in half and then slice crosswise into thin strips until you have about 3 cups. Shred the carrot using a grater.
- Combine the vegetables: Place the kale, Brussels sprouts, red cabbage, and shredded carrot into a large bowl and mix together.
- Make the dressing: In a small cup or bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
- Toss the slaw: Pour the dressing over the vegetables, add the dried cranberries, and toss everything together thoroughly to evenly coat the veggies.
Notes
- For extra crunch, consider adding toasted nuts such as pecans or walnuts.
- Allow the slaw to chill for 30 minutes before serving for more developed flavors.
- This slaw can be made a day ahead and stored refrigerated in an airtight container.
- Use fresh, high-quality olive oil and pure maple syrup for the best flavor.
Keywords: Thanksgiving slaw, kale slaw, Brussels sprouts salad, holiday side dish, vegetarian salad, fall salad, balsamic dressing
