Brussels Sprouts Apple And Walnut Salad Food

APPLE SALAD WITH WALNUTS AND BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• Make the dressing: Combine shallot and vinegar in a small bowl, add chile flakes and beat in mustard and honey. Beat in the walnut and olive oils. Set aside.
• Make the salad: In a large bowl, combine apples and kohlrabi and mix with half the dressing. Fold in brussels sprouts, Parmigiano-Reggiano, walnuts and lemon juice. Add remaining dressing and mix. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Drop a spoonful of the ricotta on each of six plates. Top with salad, then drape a slice of ham over each portion. Alternatively, salad can be piled into a shallow bowl with spoonfuls of ricotta placed here and there and slices of ham draped over the top for guests to help themselves.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS SALAD WITH APPLES AND WALNUTS

Steps:

• Toast walnuts in a skillet over low heat, shaking pan frequently, until evenly toasted and fragrant, 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer nuts to a cutting board and chop.
• Remove all outer leaves from the brussels sprouts (reserve cores for roasting or pickling) and place in a large bowl with garlic, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/4 cup Parmesan and season with salt and pepper. Massage leaves until they are all evenly coated. Let sit about 5 minutes. (This will help them soften.)
• Add walnuts, fennel, apple and pomegranate seeds (if using) to brussels sprouts and toss to coat. Add mint, parsley and olive oil and season with salt, pepper and more lemon juice, if desired. Garnish with shavings of Parmesan.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH CANDIED WALNUTS AND GREEN APPLE

Steps:

• To candy the walnuts:
• Toast the nuts in a saute pan over medium heat with 1 tablespoon butter and 1 teaspoon salt. When the nuts start to take on a light golden color, add the rosemary and bloom for 1 more minute. Add the honey to the pan and remove from the heat.
• To roast the Brussels sprouts:
• Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Toss the Brussels sprouts with the canola oil, 1 teaspoon salt and pinch freshly ground black pepper. Lay out onto a sheet tray and roast for 10 to 12 minutes until they take color, but retain some texture. Remove from oven and set aside.
• To finish the dish:
• Saute the Granny Smith apple pieces in 1 tablespoon butter until they just take on color, about 2 minutes. Add the candied walnuts and roasted Brussels sprouts. Toss, and then add the juice of 1 lemon and adjust the seasoning as necessary.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS, APPLE AND WALNUT SALAD

Steps:

• Mix Brussels sprouts, apple, onion, olive oil, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper in a large bowl.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours, to allow sprouts to soften and flavors to meld.
• When ready to serve, toss with walnuts.
• enjoy.
• Can add parmesan or feta cheese before serving, if desired.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS & APPLE SALAD

Steps:

• Put the walnuts in a small, dry frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring often, until fragrant and lightly toasted, 3-5 minutes. Immediately transfer to a plate to cool and set aside.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, maple syrup, salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of the lemon juice. In a small bowl, toss the apple slices with the remaining 1 teaspoon lemon juice and stir into the yogurt mixture. Set aside.
• In a saucepan fitted with a steamer basket, bring 1 inch of water to a boil. Add the brussels sprouts and steam until tender-crisp, about 4 minutes. Let cool slightly.
• Add the brussels sprouts to the bowl with the yogurt mixture and apples and toss gently to coat.
• Divide the salad among individual plates and sprinkle with the lemon zest and toasted walnuts. Serve immediately.

BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD WITH WALNUTS

Steps:

• Slice Brussels sprouts across in 2 mm strips, using a food processor or slicer. Discard cores (use for healthy snacks.)
• Chop walnuts into 1 cm chunks.
• Grate cheese (aged Gruyere, not processed smoked Gruyere) (or parmesan).
• Toss cheese with sprouts and nuts.
• Whisk together mustard, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper, until blended.
• Pour over salad, toss lightly, and serve.

BRUSSELS SPROUT AND APPLE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE AND WALNUTS

Steps:

• Steam brussels sprouts in batches until just tender, about 12 minutes. Transfer to colander; cool. Transfer to large bowl.
• Mix vinegar and mayonnaise in small bowl. Gradually mix in oil. Season with salt and pepper. (Brussels sprouts and dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.) Add apples and celery leaves to brussels sprouts. Add dressing; toss to combine. Mix in cheese and walnuts. Season with salt and pepper. Line large bowls with radicchio leaves. Add salad; serve.