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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.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

For Salad
  1. Wash and dry produce, remove bottom and outer layers from brussel sprouts.
  2. Shave sprouts with knife, mandolin or food processor. Set aside.
  3. Prepare dressing and cook bacon slices.
  4. Cut apple slices, grate cheese and crumble bacon.
  5. Toss all ingredients in salad bowl and add dressing gradually. May have leftover dijon dressing depending on preference.
For dressing
  1. 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.
  2. Optionally: Whisk all ingredients until blended and smooth.
  3. 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