Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
Shaved Brussel Sprout salad with cranberries and apples, tossed in honey dijon dressing. 4-6 servings as side salad or 2-3 as main entree.
Ingredients
Salad
- 1 lb brussels sprouts shaved
- 4 slices bacon crumbled
- 1 med apple sliced
- 1/3 Cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 Cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/3 Cup walnut pieces
- 1/4 Cup parmesean cheese grated or shaved
Dijon vinegrette
- 3 tbsp dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp maple syrup, pure optional
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dehydrated onion flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 4 springs fresh thyme
Instructions
For Salad
- Wash and dry produce, remove bottom and outer layers from brussel sprouts.
- Shave sprouts with knife, mandolin or food processor. Set aside.
- Prepare dressing and cook bacon slices.
- Cut apple slices, grate cheese and crumble bacon.
- Toss all ingredients in salad bowl and add dressing gradually. May have leftover dijon dressing depending on preference.
For dressing
- Add all ingredients to food processor or blender. Only using leaves from thyme and discarding stems. Pulse until combined. Stopping to scrape honey up from bottom and sides.
- Optionally: Whisk all ingredients until blended and smooth.
- Store any leftover dressing in airtight container. Refrigerate.
Notes
Optional Ingredient Suggestions:
- Feta cheese
- Mandarin Slices
- Chicken breast
- Pomegranate seeds
- Kale leaves
- Pecans
- Pears
- Red Onion