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Crispy Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad

Crispy Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Roasted Squash & Chickpeas

A vibrant and satisfying Crispy Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with roasted squash and chickpeas, dressed in zesty cilantro lime tahini sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 15 oz
  • 1 lb delicata or acorn squash
  • 1 lb brussels sprouts, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp avocado oil or neutral high heat oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp Chinese Five Spice
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1/2 tsp fennel seeds
  • 2 tsp maple syrup
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Cooked rice or quinoa for serving
Cilantro Lime Tahini Sauce
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or more
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, finely minced
  • Juice and zest of 1 lime
  • 3–4 tbsp cold water

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and line 3 baking sheets with parchment paper. Place the rinsed chickpeas on a clean kitchen towel and pat dry. Transfer the chickpeas to one baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tbsp of oil. Toss to coat and bake for 15 minutes.
  2. Remove the chickpeas from the oven and top with 1/2 teaspoon each of garlic powder, thyme, and salt. Use a spoon to stir everything together then place back in the oven for 15 minutes until crispy.
  3. Cut the ends off of the squash, then cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds, then thinly slice. Transfer to a separate baking sheet then coat with cornstarch and 1/2 teaspoon each of garlic powder, coriander, Five Spice, and thyme. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon or more oil as needed, then toss together to evenly coat. Spread the squash out on the tray in a single layer then place in the oven on the bottom rack for 15 minutes or until the bottoms begin to get golden brown. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt when out of the oven.
  4. To the last tray add the brussels sprouts and onions. Top with 1 tablespoon of oil, the maple syrup, 1 tsp fresh thyme, and 1/2 teaspoon each garlic powder, coriander, Five Spice, fennel seeds, and a pinch of salt. Toss to evenly coat then spread out evenly on the baking tray and bake for 12-15 minutes. Transfer the roasted squash to the tray of brussels sprouts and toss to combine.
  5. While everything is roasting, make the dressing. To a small mixing bowl add the tahini, maple syrup, garlic, mustard, cilantro, lime zest, and juice, and a generous pinch of salt then whisk to combine. The sauce will thicken at which point you can whisk in 3 tablespoons of water to thin it out. If you want the sauce thinner, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time until desired consistency is achieved.
  6. To serve, add a cooked grain of choice to a bowl then top with a portion of the brussels sprout squash mix, crispy chickpeas then drizzle with the dressing before tossing together to coat and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1saladCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize this salad by adding fruits, nuts, or adjusting the dressing to your taste.

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