Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Apple, Pomegranate, Bacon, and Candied Pecans Recipe
A vibrant and crunchy Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad featuring sweet and spicy candied pecans, fresh apple, pomegranate seeds, savory bacon, and tangy feta cheese, all tossed in a flavorful maple dijon dressing. This salad combines a variety of textures and flavors to create a refreshing and satisfying dish perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Candied Pecans
- 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Dressing
- 1/3 cup olive oil or avocado oil
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- Pinch of salt
Salad
- 12 oz Brussels sprouts, thinly shredded
- 1 apple, cored and diced
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Candied Pecans: Combine the pecans, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a small nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Cook while stirring constantly until the sugar melts and coats the pecans evenly. Remove from heat and spread the pecans on a parchment paper-lined surface sprayed with nonstick spray. Allow to cool completely without handling them to avoid burns.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small jar, mix the olive or avocado oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, dijon mustard, and salt. Shake vigorously until fully combined and emulsified.
- Assemble Salad: Place the thinly shredded Brussels sprouts into a large serving bowl. Add the diced apple, pomegranate seeds, chopped cooked bacon, crumbled feta cheese, and cooled candied pecans.
- Dress Salad: When ready to serve, pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently but thoroughly to combine all flavors and coat the salad evenly.
Notes
- Use a mandoline or food processor for easier and uniform Brussels sprout shredding.
- The dressing can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitute bacon with a vegetarian alternative or omit for a vegetarian version.
- Make sure to allow candied pecans to cool fully for optimal crunch.
- Adjust sweetness in dressing by varying maple syrup to taste.
Keywords: Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad, Candied Pecans, Fall Salad, Healthy Salad, Bacon Salad, Fresh Salad, Brussels Sprouts Recipes
