Sunday, March 30, 2025

KALE & BRUSSELS SPROUTS SALAD

Adapted from Bon Appétit, November 2011


Ingredients:


2 T lemon juice

1 T Dijon mustard

1 t minced shallot

1/2 small garlic clove, minced or grated

1/8 t kosher salt, plus more for seasoning

Freshly ground black pepper

1/4 c extra virgin olive oil, divided


1 bunch Lacinato kale, center rib discarded, leaves shredded

6 oz. Brussels sprouts, trimmed, finely shredded with a mandoline

1/4 c almonds with skins

1/2 c finely grated pecorino



Methodology:


Combine lemon juice, mustard, shallot, garlic, salt, and a pinch of pepper in a small bowl.  Set aside to allow shallot and garlic to mellow.


Measure 1/4 c oil into a cup.  Spoon 1 T oil from cup into small skillet; heat oil over medium-high heat.  Add almonds to skillet and stir frequently until golden brown in spots, about 2 minutes.  Transfer nuts to a paper towel-lined plate.  Sprinkle almonds lightly with salt.  Set aside to cool.  When almonds are cool, chop roughly.


Slowly whisk remaining oil into lemon-mustard mixture.  Season dressing to taste. Whisk in 1/4 c cheese.  


Mix kale and Brussels sprouts in your salad bowl.  Add dressing and cheese to kale mixture; toss to coat.  Season with salt and pepper.  Garnish with almonds. 


Variations:

  1. If your Brussels sprouts are very small, they will be a beast to shred.  Pulse the kale and Brussels sprouts in a food processor until they’re a consistency you like instead!
  2. Replace the toasted almonds with pecans, and add some chopped dried cranberries or currants.

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