Brussels Sprouts with Caesar Dressing
Quick, easy, and delicious. You can make this with a low-fat Caesar Dressing as below or use homemade aioli or mayonnaise to increase the fat.
Servings 2
Calories 204kcal
Ingredients
Dressing
- 1/2 tablespoon anchovy paste 6-8 anchovy fillets, or from a tube of anchovy paste
- 1 egg yolk optional (use pasteurized eggs if you’re concerned about raw eggs)
- 1 small garlic clove
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice 1 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1/4 cup kefir low fat, or low-fat yogurt, use aioli or mayonnaise for high fat
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan grated
- salt and pepper to taste
Brussels Sprouts
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil
- 2 cups brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
- salt and pepper to taste
To Serve
- 2 tablespoons pork panko optional
- 2 tablespoons parmesan shaved
Instructions
- Microwave the Brussels sprouts in a microwave-safe bowl until they are just fork-tender, about 4-8 minutes, depending on your microwave’s power (check at 4 minutes). Alternatively, you can steam them in a steamer basket on the stovetop for about 5 minutes if you prefer.
- Heat a large nonstick pan over high heat and add the oil along with the steamed Brussels sprouts. Cook until lightly charred, about 3-5 minutes.
- Combine all dressing ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste with salt and pepper.
- Toss the sprouts with the dressing, top pork panko, if using and garnish with more shaved Parmesan, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Protein:Energy Quotient [calories]: 0.63
Nutrition
Calories: 204kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 531mg | Potassium: 380mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 877IU | Vitamin C: 81mg | Calcium: 207mg | Iron: 2mg