I recently made this shaved kale and Brussels sprout salad with apple, cheddar, pecans and a white balsamic vinaigrette, and it was excellent. The mix of shaved kale, Brussels sprouts and cabbage gives the salad a great crunchy base, while diced green apple adds bright sweetness. Sugared pecans bring caramelized crunch and the sharp white cheddar adds creamy, tangy contrast. The white balsamic vinaigrette ties everything together with a clean, bright acidity. This salad works well as a side for roasted or grilled mains and pairs nicely with simple vegetable sides or grains.
Shaved Kale & Brussels Sprout Salad with Apple, Cheddar, Pecans & Balsamic Vinaigrette
White Balsamic Vinaigrette:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp white balsamic vinegar (use less if you prefer a milder dressing)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Pinch of sugar, to taste
- Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
Salad:
- 10 oz bag shaved kale, Brussels sprouts and cabbage
- Pomegranate arils or seeds
- Green apple, diced
- Sharp white cheddar, diced
- Sugared pecans
How to make Shaved Kale & Brussels Sprout Salad with Apple, Cheddar, Pecans & Balsamic Vinaigrette
1. Make the vinaigrette: whisk together the vegetable oil, olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, a pinch of sugar, and salt and pepper to taste. Taste and adjust—if you prefer a milder dressing, reduce the vinegar by half.
2. Prepare the salad: place the shaved kale, Brussels sprouts and cabbage in a large bowl. Add pomegranate arils, diced green apple and diced sharp cheddar.
3. Finish and serve: sprinkle sugared pecans over the salad and drizzle the white balsamic vinaigrette to taste. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.
Shaved Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad with Pomegranate, Apple, Sharp Cheddar, Sugared Pecans and White Balsamic Vinaigrette
10 minutes
10 minutes
Equipment
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
White Balsamic Vinaigrette:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp white balsamic vinegar (less if you prefer a milder dressing)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Pinch of sugar, to taste
- Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
Salad:
- 10 oz shaved kale, Brussels sprouts and cabbage
- Pomegranate seeds
- Green apple, diced
- Sharp white cheddar, diced
- Sugared pecans
Instructions
- Combine the vegetable oil, olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, sugar, salt and pepper. Whisk until blended. Adjust acidity by reducing vinegar if desired.
- Place the shaved kale, Brussels sprouts and cabbage in a large serving bowl.
- Add pomegranate seeds, diced green apple and diced sharp cheddar.
- Sprinkle sugared pecans over the salad, drizzle with vinaigrette to taste, toss gently and serve.
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