Shredded Brussels sprouts with cranberries and walnuts are a super quick and easy side dish with great flavors! It’s perfect for the holidays or just a busy weeknight!
I was in New York City for the first part of the week and oh, how I have missed that city!
We went multiple times as a family when I was growing up and I went several times as a young adult. It’s always felt familiar to me.
It’s been years now though and it’s one of those cities that I just really long to see and be in. So I tagged along with my husband on his work trip and just crammed in as much NYC fun as I could!
We hit up the public library, the Museum of Modern Art, Central Park and plenty of great restaurants!
I walked and walked and walked all over (even in the rain one day) cause I think that’s the best way to experience the city. And I also got to visit and play with my sister-in-law, who lives there. ❤️
It was much too quick of a trip and I definitely want to go back soon and spend some more time there, but I’m so happy I got a little NYC fix!
Today though, I'm so happy to be sharing this shredded Brussels sprouts with cranberries and walnuts recipe. It's what made me a Brussels sprouts lover years ago.
(It’s also a Thanksgiving side dish staple for our family.)
Before I became addicted to roasted Brussels sprouts (see my roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon and red onion and super crispy Air Fryer Brussels sprouts), I fell in love with shredded Brussels sprouts.
They’re a great entry to enjoying Brussels sprouts - sort-of a gateway version.
Shredding the Brussels sprouts makes them more approachable, more tender, softened and less bitter. (And also a great option for younger kids cause they are easier to eat!)
It also makes them super quick and easy to cook!This recipe is a prime example - it has just 5 minutes of cook time!
I also adore the flavors and texture in this quick and easy Brussels sprouts side dish. (Which, by the way, is Sunny Anderson’s recipe. And I have been making it for years and years.)
The crunchy walnuts and sweet dried cranberries add such great pops to the wilted Brussels sprouts.
And the ground nutmeg is the surprise ingredient. It adds a lot of depth and warmth to the dish - as well as a hint of something special, something holiday worthy. But don't worry, it doesn't overpower the Brussels sprouts.
Nutmeg is actually really good for pairing with big bold veggies like Brussels sprouts, as well as with hearty greens like collards and Swiss chard.
Not to mention the flavors and colors here make this a really pretty and festive dish! ❤️
And as I mentioned, this is our go-to Thanksgiving Brussels sprouts dish most years. It’s easy to prep everything ahead and then just cook it off at the last minute when you have some room on the stove.
The red and green and the warmth from the nutmeg make it a great fit for a Christmas side dish too!
Speaking of festive, you might also want to check out these Brussels sprouts with pecans and pomegranates. So pretty and perfect for the holidays!
OK, let's get cooking.
Notes on shredded Brussels sprouts with cranberries and walnuts:
- You really need to thinly slice the Brussels sprouts here to get the most out of this recipe. And, even though it’s a pain, it also really helps to take the time to remove the hard core from each one. Details on how to prep them are below.
- I’m not a fan of the store-bought pre-shredded Brussels sprouts for this dish. They are usually sliced too big and have too much of the core in them to work well here.
- The recipe calls for walnuts but you could also use pecans.
- It’s not part of the recipe but I’ve sprinkled a little Parmesan cheese over this before and that was delicious as well! I bet a creamy goat cheese would be a good pairing as well.
Enjoy!
XO,
Kathryn
P.S. Looking for some more shredded Brussels sprouts recipes? Check these out:
- Wild rice and Brussels sprouts salad (Family Food on the Table)
- Balsamic Brussels sprouts (Family Food on the Table)
- Shredded Brussels sprouts salad with apples (A Mindfull Mom)
- Shredded Brussels sprouts with pistachios, cranberries and Parmesan (Cookin' Canuck)
Shredded Brussels sprouts with cranberries
Shredded Brussels sprouts with cranberries and walnuts are a super quick and easy side dish with great flavors! Great for the holidays!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 lb. Brussels sprouts
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Shred the Brussels sprouts: Remove the core and thinly slice the Brussels sprouts.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the Brussels sprouts, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, for 3-4 minutes, until the Brussels sprouts are bright and slightly wilted.
- Add the cranberries and walnuts and stir to combine. Season to taste and serve warm.
Notes
You really need to thinly slice the Brussels sprouts here to get the most out of this recipe. And it also really helps to take the time to remove the hard core from each one. I use a little triangle cut to get it out. Then you’re left with just the leaves and that’s what you want for this.
I’m not a fan of the store-bought pre-shredded Brussels sprouts for this dish. They are usually sliced too big and have too much of the core in them to work well here.
The recipe calls for walnuts but you could also use pecans.
It’s not part of the recipe but I’ve sprinkled a little Parmesan cheese over this before and that was delicious as well!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 232Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 290mgCarbohydrates: 27gFiber: 5gSugar: 17gProtein: 5g
Mike
This desperately needs acid. Vinegar, lemon juice, something
Kathryn Doherty
Hi Mike, as mentioned in the post, this recipe is from a Food Network chef and I think it's really well balanced as is. But if you want to add some form of acid, have at it!