Fresh Brussels Sprouts Apple (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Salad
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1 cup chopped Honey Crisp apple
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1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
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1 cup crumbled feta cheese
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1 pound shaved brussels sprouts
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1/2 cup pecans
→ Dressing
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1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/4 cup red wine vinegar
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3/4 cup olive oil
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1 tablespoon dijon mustard
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 350°F. Spread the pecans on a tray and bake for about 5 minutes until they’re fragrant. Let them cool and then chop them up.
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Mix together dijon mustard, honey, red wine vinegar, salt, olive oil, and pepper in a jar or small bowl. Shake or whisk it thoroughly until smooth.
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In a big bowl, throw together the brussels sprouts, chopped apple, pecans, and feta. Pour the dressing over everything and toss until it’s all evenly coated. Add the pomegranate seeds last and gently mix them in.
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Cover the bowl and put it in the fridge for an hour so everything can soak together and intensify the flavors.
# Notes:
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This crisp, vibrant dish brings together shaved brussels sprouts, sweet apple chunks, tangy feta, crunchy toasted pecans, and shiny pomegranate jewels to create a flavorful side perfect for parties or casual dinners.
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Feel free to swap the nuts (almonds, walnuts) or the cheese (goat, blue), and even add fruits like pears, dried cranberries, or oranges. Proteins like chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas work great too!
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It’s even better if you make it beforehand. The leftovers can stay fresh in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.