By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 2, 2026
Serves 4
196 cal · 15 min
The Perfect Pear and Brussels Sprout Salad
Recipe GLPR2863b9adef9202
A fresh and vibrant raw salad combining tender shredded Brussels sprouts with sweet diced pears, tart dried cranberries, and crunchy almonds. Light olive oil and warm spices create a perfectly balanced, easy-to-prepare side dish that's ready in minutes.
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Ingredients
3 cups shredded Brussels sprouts
1 large pear, diced
⅓ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup sliced almonds
1½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and running water.
Rinse the pear under cool water and pat dry. Peel, core, and dice the pear into bite-sized pieces, placing them in a large mixing bowl.
Add the shredded Brussels sprouts, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds to the bowl with the pear.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the mixture.
Sprinkle the salt, garlic powder, dried thyme, nutmeg, and black pepper evenly over all ingredients.
Toss everything together gently but thoroughly until all components are well combined and the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the salad.
Divide among serving bowls or plates and serve immediately while the salad is fresh and crisp.
Comments
All ingredients are standard grocery-store items available at every major Charlotte chain including Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Publix, Walmart, ALDI, and Kroger, with no specialty stops required. The cost per serving runs around $1.50–$2.00 driven mainly by fresh pears and almonds, making it economical for a weeknight. The stated 15 minutes is honest if you own a mandoline; without one, add 10 minutes for hand-slicing brussels sprouts thin enough to eat raw. This is a same-night dish that doesn't reheat well, and it needs assembly right before serving to prevent wilting, which limits its appeal as a make-ahead option.
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