Brussels Sprouts & Goat Cheese Salad with Honey Vinaigrette
A vibrant spring salad featuring roasted Brussels sprouts, creamy goat cheese, and a zesty honey vinaigrette. This belgian-inspired salads ready in about 45 minutes pairs trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts, crumbled Goat cheese, Honey into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups, trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts
- 1/2 cup, crumbled Goat cheese
- 3 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
- 4 cups, washed Fresh arugula
- 1/4 cup Pomegranate seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss Brussels sprouts with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/2 tsp salt. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp olive oil, and red pepper flakes until emulsified.
- Step 3: In a large salad bowl, layer arugula, then top with roasted Brussels sprouts and crumbled goat cheese.
- Step 4: Drizzle the honey vinaigrette over the salad, then scatter pomegranate seeds on top. Toss gently before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Brussels Sprouts & Goat Cheese Salad with Honey Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Brussels Sprouts & Goat Cheese Salad with Honey Vinaigrette?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep crumbled goat cheese from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Brussels Sprouts & Goat Cheese Salad with Honey Vinaigrette?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Brussels Sprouts & Goat Cheese Salad with Honey Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Brussels Sprouts & Goat Cheese Salad with Honey Vinaigrette?
Belgian salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
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Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
