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Brussels Slaw with Tahini Dressing

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Tossed in a creamy tahini garlic dressing and mixed with dried cherries and toasted pine nuts, Brussels sprouts have never tasted so good.

Creamy Tahini Brussels Slaw with Cherries, Pine Nuts and Za'atar Croutons - The Lemon Bowl

Confession: I will eat just about anything smothered in tahini. If you’re not familiar, tahini is a paste made from sesame seeds. You can find it in most grocery stores, ethnic markets and online. Growing up, my mom would use it to coat roasted fish but it also tastes delicious with chicken shawarma in a pita or as a dipping sauce with roasted vegetables.

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Speaking of vegetables, Brussels sprouts are in season and are at their peak flavor right now. While I normally love my Brussels roasted with lots of bacon, I decided to give them a quick blitz in the food processor and turn them into a raw slaw with a creamy tahini, garlic and lemon vinaigrette.

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Since today is a special occasion, I decided to serve this Brussels slaw with an addictive little crostini made with olive oil, salt and a good pinch of earthy za’atar. Wondering what we are celebrating? Jessica of How Sweet Eats is expecting her first baby and the blogging world is coming together to celebrate in a BIG way.

Za'atar Crouton with Tahini Brussels Slaw - The Lemon BowlI’m sure Jessica doesn’t need an introduction but if you’re not familiar with her blog, you must check it out. Literally, Jessica has never shared a recipe that I didn’t want to cook and eat immediately. For example: Chili Garlic Beef Stir Fry with Coconut Jasmine Rice. Or how about Crispy Kale Grilled Cheese with Fried Eggs. See what I mean? She’s amazing.

Creamy Tahini Brussels Slaw with Dried Cherries, Toasted Pine Nuts and Za'atar Croutons - The Lemon Bowl

If the thought of raw Brussels makes you want to run for the hills, I urge you to reconsider. The acid in the lemon juice breaks down the raw-ness and the creamy, luscious tahini and addictive garlic totally sends it to the next level. Of course eating it on a crispy za’atar crostini doesn’t hurt either.

How Sweet Baby ShowerHappy Baby Shower, Jessica! I’m so excited for you and can’t wait to follow you on the next exciting chapter of your life. Thank you, as always, for being such an inspiration and shiny hot pink ball of energy. The world needs more of you. xoxo

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Tahini Brussels Slaw with Cherries, Pine Nuts and Za'atar Croutons - The Lemon Bowl
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Brussels Slaw with Tahini Dressing
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
 
Tossed in a creamy tahini garlic dressing and mixed with dried cherries and toasted pine nuts, Brussels sprouts have never tasted so good.
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Servings: 6
Calories: 295 kcal
Author: Liz DellaCroce
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts about 4 cups
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • juice of one lemon
  • 1 clove garlic grated
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • warm water
  • 1/2 cup dried cherries roughly chopped
Za'atar Toasted Crostini
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Instructions
  1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees and toast pine nuts on a baking sheet until golden brown, 5-7 minutes; set aside.
  2. Remove the stems and halve Brussels sprouts then place in a food processor. Pulse until roughly chopped or use the slicer attachment to thinly slice. Alternatively, you can use a mandolin or simply thinly slice with a knife.
  3. In the bottom of a large bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, grated garlic, salt and pepper. Slowly stream in up to 1/4 cup of warm water until you've reached a slightly thin and creamy consistency.
  4. Add chopped Brussels to the bowl and toss to coat in the tahini dressing. Stir in the dried cherries and toasted pine nuts; set aside.
  5. To prepare the crostini, spread baguette slices in an even layer on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil. Sprinkle with za'atar and a pinch of kosher salt. Bake until golden brown, 7-9 minutes.
  6. Serve Brussels slaw with za'atar crostinis.
Nutrition Facts
Brussels Slaw with Tahini Dressing
Amount Per Serving
Calories 295 Calories from Fat 119
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13.2g 20%
Saturated Fat 1.8g 9%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.4g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 662mg 28%
Total Carbohydrates 38.4g 13%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g 14%
Sugars 9.1g
Protein 7.7g 15%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

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  3. Brussels sprouts are one thing I have a hard time being creative with, and I always feel bad when they’re in season, looking good, and I can’t think of what to do with them. So, thanks for the wonderful, unique idea! Can’t wait to try it.

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  11. Give me all the tahini too!! I went to make hummus last week and I was out of tahini. I nearly cried! I love, love, LOVE this crostini, Liz. Totally perfect for a baby shower!

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  33. What a great idea! I would love to have this as a side at my thanksgiving meal, especially as I just made my own tahini! Sneaky way to enjoy Brussel sprouts :)

    Thanks for the recipe!

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  36. Loooove Brussels sprouts salads and this is no exception. If only N hadn’t made me deathly afraid to consume tahini, ha! I’ll just have to eat a handful of toasted pine nuts and call it a day. ;)

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  37. Oh how I love a brussels sprouts salad… and love the idea of adding tahini – usually go with straight lemon juice and olive oil. And wow, this is quite possibly the most amazing baby shower menu in the history of baby shower menus… can’t wait to read through every last blog post. I’m somewhat new to blogging, and am inspired by this invisible friend community :)

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