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Fresh shaved Brussels and kale salad with pomegranate and candied pecans in a wooden bowl.

Holiday Shaved Brussels & Kale Salad with Pomegranate and Candied Pecans

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Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 3 cups shaved brussels sprouts
  • 3 cups shaved kale
  • 1 1/2 cups pomegranate seeds
  • 1/3 cup freshly shaved or shredded parmesan
  • 1 1/2 cups candied pecans

Candied Pecans

Citrus Vinegarette

  • 1 orange juiced and zested
  • 1 lemon juiced and zested
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  • Make your candied pecans first
  • Add brown sugar sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, sea salt, water, and orange zest to a skillet and bring to medium heat, until bubbling
  • Add your pecans, and stir continuously until all the brown sugar glaze is absorbed, about 3-5 minutes
  • Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool and crystalize
  • Use a food processor to finely shred your brussels sprouts and your kale
  • Add your shaved kale, brussels, pomegranate, shaved or shredded parmesan, and candied pecans to a serving bowl
  • In a small food processor add your citrus zest and juice, honey, salt and pepper, and crushed garlic clove. Blend for a few seconds, then add your olive oil and blend again
  • Toss your salad in the dressing when ready to serve and enjoy