Description
Bobby Flay’s brussels sprout salad combines roasted sprouts with crisp bacon, tangy goat cheese, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Diners savor complex flavors with each refreshing bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680 g) brussels sprouts, shredded
- 1 medium apple (granny smith or any variety)
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) dried cranberries or dried cherries
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) pomegranate arils
- ¼ cup (60 ml) walnuts or pecans, chopped
- 2 oz (56 g) feta cheese, crumbled
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) olive oil
- 3 tbsps (45 ml) cider vinegar
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) honey
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp (5 ml) lemon juice
- 1.5 tsps (7.5 ml) dijon mustard
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Vinaigrette Creation: Whisk honey, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a glass jar. Stream olive oil while shaking vigorously to create a smooth, well-blended dressing.
- Nut Preparation: Toast nuts in a dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until fragrant and golden-brown, releasing their rich, nutty essence.
- Salad Assembly: Wash and thinly slice Brussels sprouts, then combine with diced apple (tossed in lemon juice), crumbled feta, dried cranberries, and pomegranate arils in a large mixing bowl.
- Final Touch: Drizzle prepared vinaigrette over the salad, gently tossing to ensure each ingredient is evenly coated and flavor-infused. Serve immediately to maintain the crisp texture and vibrant taste profile.
Notes
- Emulsify Dressing Perfectly: Shake the jar vigorously and add olive oil slowly to create a smooth, well-blended vinaigrette that coats ingredients evenly.
- Toast Nuts with Care: Watch nuts closely while toasting, stirring constantly to prevent burning and release maximum nutty flavor without scorching.
- Prevent Apple Browning: Toss apple cubes with lemon juice immediately after cutting to maintain fresh appearance and prevent oxidation.
- Serve Immediately: Dress the salad just before serving to keep Brussels sprouts crisp and maintain the vibrant texture of fresh ingredients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg