Description
This vibrant Brussels Sprouts Salad combines thinly sliced Brussels sprouts with crisp Granny Smith apples, sweet dried cranberries, toasted walnuts, and tangy Pecorino Romano cheese. Tossed in a maple apple cider dressing, it’s a fresh, crunchy, and flavorful dish perfect for holidays or everyday meals.
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Salad
- 1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts
- 1 Granny Smith apple (or another tart, firm apple)
- 1 green onion, sliced thin
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 3/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts
- 3/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, pure maple syrup, and extra virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then set aside.
- Slice the Brussels Sprouts: Using a slicer blade on a food processor or a sharp knife, very thinly slice the Brussels sprouts. Transfer them to a large mixing bowl and add the sliced green onion and dried cranberries.
- Prepare the Apple: Cut the Granny Smith apple into matchstick-sized pieces and toss them with 1-2 teaspoons of the dressing to prevent discoloration. Add the dressed apple pieces to the salad bowl.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the remaining dressing over the salad and stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 45 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Finish and Serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the salad with grated Pecorino Romano cheese and chopped toasted walnuts for a delicious crunchy topping.
Notes
- Using crisp, tart apples pairs perfectly to balance the sweetness of dried cranberries and richness of walnuts.
- This salad is an excellent healthy and festive side dish for holiday meals.
- The dressing keeps the apples from browning and adds a bright, sweet tang to the salad.
- Chopping walnuts and toasting them enhances their flavor and texture in the salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.25 cups
- Calories: 255 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 136 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
