As most of you already know, I don’t post salads very often, and if you haven’t already noticed I’ve been on kind of a junk food kick lately. I blame the football season. It’s seriously a mecca for all things bad for you. This salad is totally different though. I could take or leave brussels sprouts. I generally go for them when they are cooked. I’m not much of a raw fan, but when they are shaved…raw is the only way to go. My favorite salad lately is this shaved brussels sprouts salad. It is loaded with all kinds of scrumptious, healthy goodies and is super addicting and good for you!
My latest obsession (I know … there are a lot of them) is Trader Joes’ Pumpkin Cornbread Croutons. They are seriously the most addicting thing ever, and go perfectly with fall-inspired salads.
I totally know what you are thinking. This salad isn’t quite fall-like, but these croutons totally send it into autumn. They are crunchy and savory, but have a just a hint of sweetness from the pumpkin spice. They are the crunch you need in a salad that’s full of one kind of textural note.
It’s the perfect side dish, but is also great for dinner topped with chicken or steak!
Ingredients
- 1 pound brussels sprouts shaved or chopped using a mandolin
- 5 strips of bacon cooked until crisp and chopped
- 2 cups of grapes halved
- 1 cup corn roasted
- 8 ounces goat's cheese crumbled
- 1 1/2 cups Pumpkin Cornbread Croutons can be found at Trader Joe's
- dressing of choice I used a creamy vidalia onion dressing
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl. Toss to combine.
- Drizzle with your favorite dressing and serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
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10 Comments
Ooh yum! Pumpkin Cornbread croutons sound amazing! Love the hints of sweet and cheesy too ;)
Thanks, lady! They are SOOO addicting!
ooOOOoooo this looks amazing! I think you should post as many salads as you have. They are always incredible!
Aw, you are the best Nora! Thank you! <3
I am so glad you mentioned those pumpkin croutons. I was totally overwhelmed by my recent trip to Trader Joe’s because EVERYTHING had pumpkin in it. I loved it, but couldn’t decide what to buy and wasn’t planning on hauling the entire store home with me. Now I can’t wait to go back and grab some of those to enjoy with your gorgeous salad, Justine! You deserve a round of applause for this one ;)
omg … I am totally with you, Kathi. I, too, was so overwhelmed. I’m not kidding you…I think I bought one of everything! You will love them. Thank you so much! <3
Those pumpkin croutons sound incredible in this salad! Love the shaved brussels sprouts – everything looks amazing!
They are seriously so addicting Kelly! Thanks, girl!