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Warm Roasted Brussels Sprout Salad with Maple Balsamic

This warm salad combines crispy Brussels sprouts, creamy Gorgonzola, tart cranberries, and crunchy pecans with a tangy maple-balsamic dressing. Perfect for winter gatherings or as a light holiday side dish!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 215
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 12 oz Brussels sprouts trimmed
  • Salt and pepper dash
  • 1 shallot thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup pecans
  • 1/4 cup Gorgonzola cheese crumbled
  • 1 apple
  • 1/2 lemon for squeezing
Dressing
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Large salad bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Roast the Brussels Sprouts
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss the Brussels sprouts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a dash of salt and pepper. Spread them evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes or until crispy and caramelized.
Make the Dressing
  1. Whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and salt and pepper to taste in a small mixing bowl until smooth.
Prepare the Apple
  1. Thinly slice the apple and toss with a squeeze of lemon juice to prevent browning and add tanginess.
Assemble the Salad
  1. Slice the roasted Brussels sprouts into thin strips once cooled. In a large salad bowl, combine the Brussels sprouts, sliced shallots, dried cranberries, pecans, crumbled Gorgonzola, and apple slices. Toss gently to mix.
Add Dressing and Serve
  1. Pour the maple-balsamic dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 110IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best served warm, showcasing the caramelized Brussels sprouts. For variations, substitute goat cheese for Gorgonzola or walnuts for pecans. Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.

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