This crispy, crunchy keto Brussels sprout salad is a fresh low-carb lunch or side dish made with thinly sliced Brussels sprouts, bacon, almonds, red onion, and a tangy homemade vinaigrette.
Chopped Brussels Sprout Salad
This chopped Brussels sprout salad is full of crisp texture, savory flavor, and simple ingredients that work beautifully together. Thinly shaved Brussels sprouts create a hearty base, while chopped bacon adds smoky richness, sliced almonds bring crunch, and red onion gives the salad a sharp, fresh bite. Chopped prunes are optional, but they can add a little natural sweetness and extra fiber if they fit your eating plan.
Because Brussels sprouts are firm and sturdy, this salad holds up better than many leafy green salads. It is a great choice for meal prep, packed lunches, or a quick side dish with dinner. You can enjoy it on its own as a satisfying low-carb salad, serve it beside grilled chicken or steak, or pile it onto a slice of cloud bread for a light keto-friendly meal.
If you are following a strict keto diet, you may want to leave out the prunes to keep the carb count lower. The salad is still delicious without them, and the vinaigrette, bacon, almonds, and onion provide plenty of flavor.
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
The key to a great shaved Brussels sprouts salad is slicing the sprouts very thinly. This gives them a lighter texture and makes them easier to toss with the dressing. You can slice them by hand with a sharp knife, but a food processor makes the job much faster. If you are preparing this salad for meal prep, slice extra Brussels sprouts and store them without dressing until you are ready to serve.
Always rinse the Brussels sprouts before slicing, then dry them well. Extra moisture can water down the dressing and make the salad less crisp. After slicing, you can rinse and dry them again if needed, especially if there are loose leaves or bits of stem.
Kale Brussels Sprout Salad
This recipe does not include kale, but it is an easy addition if you enjoy it. Kale pairs well with shaved Brussels sprouts because both greens are sturdy and can stand up to vinaigrette without wilting too quickly. If you want to add kale, chop it finely and mix it into the Brussels sprouts before adding the dressing.
Kale has a bold, slightly bitter flavor, so start with a small amount if you are serving this salad to picky eaters. The bacon, almonds, onion, and vinaigrette will help balance the taste and create a more rounded salad.
Keto Italian Dressing
This salad is finished with a red wine and balsamic vinaigrette that is tangy, lightly sweet, and simple to make. The dressing uses red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, a brown sugar substitute, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Shake everything together in a jar until well combined, then refrigerate it until you are ready to toss the salad.
If you want an even simpler dressing, you can use olive oil, a pinch of salt and pepper, and a splash of lime or vinegar. The Brussels sprouts have a naturally earthy flavor, so a bright acidic dressing works especially well.
Benefits of Probiotics
If you are not following a strict keto diet, probiotic-enhanced prunes can be an optional way to add sweetness, fiber, and digestive support to this salad. If you are eating keto, consider skipping the prunes and choosing lower-carb probiotic options that fit your goals.
Reasons people add probiotics to meals include:
- Probiotics help support a healthy gut.
- A large part of the immune system is connected to the intestinal tract.
- Probiotics can support nutrient absorption.
- They may help reduce occasional bloating and abdominal discomfort.
- They can support normal movement of food through the digestive tract.
This salad is already a fiber-rich dish thanks to the Brussels sprouts, and the combination of crunchy vegetables, protein-rich bacon, and healthy fats from olive oil and almonds makes it a satisfying option for lunch or dinner.
Keto Brussels Sprout Salad Recipe
This easy keto Brussels sprout salad comes together in just a few steps. Prepare the vinaigrette first so the flavors can blend while you slice the vegetables. Then chop the bacon, shave the Brussels sprouts, slice the onion, and toss everything together just before serving.
Salad:
6 strips chopped bacon
2 pounds Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced and rinsed first
1 red onion, thinly sliced and chopped
Sliced almonds
5-6 chopped pitted prunes, optional
Dressing:
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Swerve brown sugar substitute
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
Add all dressing ingredients to a small jar with a lid and shake until fully combined.
Instructions:
Hold each Brussels sprout by the stem end and slice thinly crosswise until you get close to the stem. Discard the tough end, then rinse and dry the shaved sprouts if needed.
Add the shaved Brussels sprouts, sliced almonds, red onion, bacon, and optional prunes to a large mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated. Add extra bacon or a little more dressing before serving if desired.
Keto Brussels Sprout Salad
Equipment
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Mixing bowl
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Knife
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Jar with a lid
Ingredients
Keto Brussels Sprout Salad
- 6 strips bacon, chopped
- 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced and chopped
- Sliced almonds
- 5 pitted prunes, chopped, optional
Vinaigrette Dressing
- 1 1/2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp Swerve brown sugar substitute
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
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Add all vinaigrette ingredients to a jar with a lid. Shake well and refrigerate until ready to use.
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Thinly slice the Brussels sprouts crosswise, stopping near the tough stem end. Rinse and dry well if needed.
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Add the Brussels sprouts, almonds, onion, bacon, and optional prunes to a mixing bowl. Toss with the dressing and serve.
Save this chopped Brussels sprouts salad for later!
Keto Salad Recipes
If you enjoyed this keto Brussels sprout salad, try adding more low-carb salads to your weekly meal plan. Fresh salads are easy to customize, simple to prepare ahead of time, and perfect for quick keto lunches. Choose recipes with low-carb vegetables, healthy fats, and a good source of protein to help keep each meal balanced and satisfying.
- Keto lemon basil chicken salad
- Keto strawberry cucumber salad
- Keto creamy shrimp salad
- Keto Greek cucumber salad
- Keto green goddess egg salad