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Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad

If you're looking for a delicious veggie dish for your thanksgiving or holiday table, our Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad is for you! The warm pancetta-mustard vinaigrette and pretzel crouton combination take this salad to the next level!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Servings: 12
Calories: 197kcal
Author: Teri & Jenny

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces pretzel bread torn into bite sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 24 ounces Brussels sprouts shaved (or thinly sliced)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 ounces crumbled goat cheese

vinaigrette

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 4 ounces pancetta finely diced
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 3 minced garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

pretzel croutons

  • Place pretzel pieces and oil into a large mixing bowl and season with salt and pepper. Toss together. Spread onto a large pan, in a single layer, and toast for about 10 minutes on medium-low heat, tossing occasionally. Remove from stovetop and allow pretzel bits to cool.
  • Spread onto a large pan, in a single layer, and toast for about 10 minutes on medium-low heat, tossing occasionally. Remove from stovetop and allow pretzel bits to cool.

vinaigrette

  • Place a small sauté pan over medium heat and melt butter.
  • Add pancetta and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes or until pancetta browns.
  • Pour contents into a mixing bowl and add remaining vinaigrette ingredients, except oil.
  • Whisk together.
  • Add oil in a slow and steady stream until fully incorporated. Adjust seasonings and set aside until ready to use.

Assembly

  • Combine Brussels sprouts, pretzel croutons, cherry tomatoes and goat cheese into a large salad bowl.
  • Toss together with vinaigrette.
  • Adjust seasonings and allow salad to sit for about 10 minutes before tossing one more time and serving.

Notes

Make Ahead Instructions
Pretzel Croutons
The croutons in our shaved brussel sprout salad can be made up to 5 days in advance. Once they're toasted and fully cooled store them in an airtight container, in a cool dry place until ready to use.
Vinaigrette
Our vinaigrette can be made up to 3 days in advance. Transfer vinaigrette to an airtight jar or container and refrigerate until ready to use. When ready to use, pour the mixture into a small saucepan and simmer over medium-low heat until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Shaved Brussels Sprout

The brussels sprouts can be shaved up to 2 days in advance, stored in an airtight container and refrigerated until ready to use.

Nutrition

Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 597mg | Potassium: 283mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 572IU | Vitamin C: 52mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 3mg