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Easy Brussels Sprouts Salad with Bacon, Almonds, and Gorgonzola

📋 Modified: Sep 29, 2024 Published: Nov 11, 2020 by 👩🏻‍🍳 Jami Powell · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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Our family loves this Easy Brussels Sprouts Salad with Bacon, Almonds, and Gorgonzola! The flavors and textures create a truly remarkable salad that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a light main course. Thinly sliced Brussels from the foundation, accompanied by crispy bacon, sweet dried cherries, buttery almonds, and more.

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Brussels sprouts salads have become a popular choice for healthy eaters and those looking for a variation of traditional greens. This salad features thinly sliced Brussels sprouts, which give it a delicate texture and allow the flavors of bacon, almonds, and Gorgonzola to shine through.

If you like this salad recipe, you may also love our Apple Cranberry Walnut Salad and Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Salad.

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  • Substitutions & Variations
  • Expert Tips for Success
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  • Recipe FAQs
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Why We Love This Recipe

  • Flavorful Combination: The smoky bacon, crunchy almonds, and creamy Gorgonzola create an irresistible mix.
  • Healthy Ingredients: Packed with vitamins and nutrients from Brussels sprouts and dried cherries.
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy parents.
  • Versatile Dish: Great for family dinners, entertaining, or as a holiday side dish.

Ingredients

  • Brussels Sprouts: Thinly sliced for a delicate texture.
  • Bacon: Cooked until crispy and crumbled for a smoky flavor.
  • Red Onion: Adds a slight sharpness and vibrant color.
  • Sliced Almonds: Toasted in butter for added crunch and richness.
  • Dried Cherries: Provide a sweet contrast to the savory elements.
  • Gorgonzola Cheese: Crumbled for a creamy, tangy kick.
  • Olive Oil: Forms the base of the dressing.
  • Balsamic Vinegar: Adds a rich, tangy flavor to the dressing.
  • Salt and Pepper: To taste, enhancing the overall flavor.

A full ingredient list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.

How to Make Easy Brussels Sprouts Salad with Bacon, Almonds, and Gorgonzola

STEP ONE: Prepare the Brussels Sprouts

Rinse the Brussels sprouts under cold running water. Trim off the tough stem ends and remove any outer leaves that are wilted or discolored. Thinly slice the Brussels sprouts using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer.

STEP TWO: Toast the Almonds

In a skillet or frying pan, heat the almonds over medium heat with ½ tablespoon butter, stirring frequently, until they turn golden brown. Remove and set aside.

STEP THREE: Cook the Bacon

In the same skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.

STEP FOUR: Assemble the Salad

In a large salad bowl, combine the thinly sliced Brussels sprouts, crumbled bacon, dried cherries, almonds, and crumbled Gorgonzola cheese. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad.

Gently toss the ingredients together until they are well coated with the dressing. Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired.

Substitutions & Variations

  • Almonds: Substitute with walnuts or pecans for a different nutty flavor.
  • Dried Cherries: Use dried cranberries or raisins for a similar sweet touch.
  • Gorgonzola Cheese: Replace with feta or blue cheese for a different flavor.
  • Diet: Make it vegetarian by omitting the bacon and adding more nuts or seeds.

Expert Tips for Success

👩‍🍳Jami's Pro Tips: Want to take this recipe to the next level? Check out my expert tips below for the best flavor, texture, and meal prep hacks!

✔️ DO Toast the nuts before adding them to the salad to improve the flavor.
✔️ DO Use fresh Brussels sprouts for the best texture and taste.

Storage

Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The dressing can be stored separately to keep the salad fresh longer. If needed, reheat the bacon separately to maintain its crispiness.

Recipe FAQs

Can I make this Brussels sprouts salad vegetarian or vegan?

Yes, you can make this salad vegetarian by omitting the bacon and adding more nuts or seeds for extra crunch. To make it vegan, also replace the Gorgonzola cheese with a plant-based cheese or nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.

How do I prevent my Brussels sprouts from becoming soggy?

To keep your Brussels sprouts crunchy, make sure to slice them thinly and dress the salad just before serving. If you're preparing the salad in advance, store the dressing separately and toss it with the salad right before eating.

What’s the best way to slice Brussels sprouts for this salad?

The best way to slice Brussels sprouts for this salad is to use a mandoline slicer, which allows for uniform thin slices. If you don't have a mandoline, a sharp knife will work, but be sure to slice as thinly as possible to ensure a delicate texture.

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Easy Brussels Sprouts Salad with Bacon, Almonds, and Gorgonzola

Jami Powell
Our family loves this Easy Brussels Sprouts Salad with Bacon, Almonds, and Gorgonzola! The flavors and textures create a truly remarkable salad that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a light main course. Thinly sliced Brussels from the foundation, accompanied by crispy bacon, sweet dried cherries, buttery almonds, and more.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Lunch, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 297 kcal

Equipment

  • Sharp knife or mandoline slicer
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Large Salad bowl
  • Small bowl

Ingredients
  

Salad

  • 1 lb brussels sprouts trimmed and thinly sliced
  • 4 slices bacon cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • ½ small red onion thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoon almonds sliced
  • ½ tablespoon butter for toasting almonds
  • ¼ cup dried cherries
  • ¼ cup Gorgonzola cheese crumbled
  • salt and pepper to taste

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Instructions
 

Dressing

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar and olive oil to prepare the dressing. Set aside.

Salad

  • Rinse the Brussels sprouts under cold running water to remove any dirt or impurities. Trim off the tough stem ends and any outer leaves that are wilted or discolored. Thinly slice the Brussels sprouts using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer.
  • In a skillet or frying pan, heat the almonds over medium heat with ½ tablespoon butter, stirring frequently, until they turn golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
  • In a large salad bowl, combine the thinly sliced Brussels sprouts, crumbled bacon, dried cherries, almonds, and crumbled Gorgonzola cheese.
  • Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad. Gently toss the ingredients together until they are well coated with the dressing. Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired.

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Notes

Storage Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The dressing can be stored separately to keep the salad fresh longer.
Freeze This dish is not freezer-friendly.
Reheat No reheating required.
Substitutions
  • Almonds: Substitute with walnuts or pecans.
  • Dried Cherries: Use dried cranberries or raisins for a similar sweet touch.
  • Gorgonzola Cheese: Replace with feta or blue cheese for a different flavor.
Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.
Nutrition information is only an estimate

Nutrition

Calories: 297kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 259mgPotassium: 584mgFiber: 6gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1225IUVitamin C: 97mgCalcium: 119mgIron: 2mg
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