A creamy lemon dressing with bright mint and sharp hits of feta lends a zesty bite to Brussels sprouts and almonds in this fresh, crunchy salad. Sure to satisfy, this protein- and fiber-rich salad goes a long way and keeps hunger at bay. Feta is relatively low in fat compared to other cheeses and high in protein, calcium, and phosphorus. Eating these nutrients together has been linked to improved bone density.
Warm it up
If raw Brussels sprouts aren’t your cup of tea, you could make this salad just as tasty by roasting the shaved sprouts on a baking sheet, drizzled with 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil in a 400 F oven for about 20 minutes. Allow sprouts to cool slightly and then toss with dressing, feta, and almonds as instructed above.
- Wash and remove rough outer leaves from Brussels sprouts and trim stem. Shave Brussels sprouts using mandoline or slicer attachment of food processor. Add to large bowl and set aside.
- In 2 cup Mason jar, add lemon zest, lemon juice, yogurt, honey, and mint; shake well to combine. Pour dressing over shaved Brussels sprouts, mixing well. Add about three-quarters of feta and almonds; mix through to incorporate evenly. Transfer mixture to serving bowl or plate and sprinkle remaining feta and almonds overtop.
Per serving: 246 calories; 21 g protein; 11 g total fat (4 g sat. fat); 21 g total carbohydrates (11 g sugars, 6 g fiber); 314 mg sodium