Jul 14 2026
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Brussels Salad Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

CHARRED LEMON & MAPLE VIN, BLEU, BROWNED BUTTER PECAN, GRANNY SMITH

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Browned Butter Pecans

Charred Lemon & Maple Vinaigrette

Method

Preparation of Salad Base

  1. 1

    Prepare Brussels Sprouts

    Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and remove any damaged outer leaves. Cut each sprout in half lengthwise.

  2. 2

    Slice Granny Smith Apple

    Core the Granny Smith apple and slice it into thin wedges or julienne strips.

  3. 3

    Combine Salad Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the prepared Brussels sprouts, sliced Granny Smith apple, and crumbled bleu cheese. Set aside.

Browned Butter Pecans

  1. 4

    Toast Pecans

    In a skillet over medium heat, add the pecans and toast for 3-4 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

  2. 5

    Brown Butter

    Add the stick of unsalted butter to the skillet with the pecans. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted and turns golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 6

    Add Maple Syrup

    Pour in the maple syrup and stir to combine. Cook for an additional minute until the pecans are well coated. Remove from heat and let cool.

Charred Lemon & Maple Vinaigrette

  1. 7

    Char the Lemon

    Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cut the lemon in half and place the cut side down on the grill. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until char marks appear.

  2. 8

    Make the Vinaigrette

    In a bowl, squeeze the juice from the charred lemon halves. Add olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.

Assembly

  1. 9

    Combine Everything

    Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad mixture. Toss gently to combine. Add the browned butter pecans on top.

  2. 10

    Serve

    Serve immediately as a side dish or main salad.

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