Crunchy Brussels Sprouts and Apple Slaw
Finely shaved brussels sprouts provide a robust structure for this crave-worthy salad, their mildly bitter leaves emboldened by a sweet and tart maple-and-mustard dressing. Every element of this salad works hard to make this slaw memorable: Apple provides sweet, fruity bursts; the shallot injects aromatic appeal; the almonds bring much-needed crunch; the mint lends bright notes, and salty pecorino imparts essential sharpness. Serve with bread or enjoy as a leafy side accompanying a main. An excellent choice for entertaining, this salad can hang around for a while. Brussels sprouts are rich in fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K and antioxidants. A member of the cruciferous vegetable family, they are anti-inflammatory and may fight cancer, lower blood pressure and improve bone health.
Makes: 4 servings
Time to cook: 20 minutes
Ingredients
· 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
· 2 tablespoons maple syrup
· 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
· 2 tablespoons lemon juice
· 1 garlic clove, finely grated
· Salt and pepper
· 1 pound brussels sprouts, trimmed
· 1 apple, cored
· 1 large shallot or ½ red onion
· 3 ounces pecorino, thinly shaved or grated
·½ cup toasted slivered or sliced or almonds
· Big handful mint leaves, roughly chopped
Cooking Instructions
1. To make the dressing, place the mustard, maple syrup, olive oil, lemon juice and garlic into a large bowl and whisk to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Using a mandoline, a sharp knife or the slicing disk in a food processor, thinly slice the brussels sprouts, apple and shallot and place into the bowl with the dressing. Toss well to combine. (The brussels sprouts, apple, shallot and dressing can be tossed up to 24 hours ahead and stored in the fridge in an airtight container.)
3. When ready to eat, add the pecorino, almonds and mint, and toss until all elements are well coated.
Nutrition per serving
365 calories; 22 grams fat; 5 grams saturated fat; 12 grams monounsaturated fat; 3 grams polyunsaturated fat; 32 grams carbohydrates; 15 grams protein; 16 grams fiber; 16 grams sugar; 609 milligrams sodium
Recipe by Hetty Lui McKinnon, NY Times
