Rye Free Brussels Sprout & Apple Salad with Honey-Ginger Dressing

Shaved raw Brussels sprouts are the kind of ingredient that transforms a salad from forgettable to genuinely exciting, and pairing them with crisp apple slices and chewy dried cranberries makes every bite a little sweet, a little bitter, and completely satisfying. The honey-ginger dressing is the real star here — apple cider vinegar, fresh grated ginger, and a touch of turmeric come together into something bright and warming that clings beautifully to every thin strand of sprout. A short ten-minute rest after tossing is the secret move: it softens the Brussels sprouts just enough to mellow their sharpness while letting all those flavors settle into each other. The whole thing comes together from a short list of whole, straightforward ingredients — fresh produce, pantry staples, and nothing that sneaks in grain-based fillers or thickeners you'd need to second-guess. It's the kind of salad that works as a vibrant side dish alongside roasted proteins or holds its own as a light lunch on its own. The optional parsley finish adds a pop of color and a clean herbal note that pulls the whole bowl together beautifully.

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