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Colorful Brussels sprout and kale salad with apples, cheddar, and bacon

Brussels Sprout, Kale & Apple Salad with Sharp Cheddar, Bacon & Pecans

Lena Taylor
This vibrant fall salad combines crunchy shaved Brussels sprouts, tender kale, sweet apples, savory bacon, and sharp cheddar for a colorful, flavorful Thanksgiving side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salads
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • - 1 lb Brussels sprouts shaved
  • - 3 cups chopped kale stems removed
  • - 1 large crisp apple thinly sliced
  • - 4 strips cooked bacon crumbled
  • - 3/4 cup sharp cheddar cubed or shredded
  • - 1/3 cup toasted pecans
  • - 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • - 2 tbsp olive oil
  • - 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • - 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • - Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • 1. In a large mixing bowl, massage chopped kale with a bit of olive oil for 1-2 minutes until tender.
  • 2. Add shaved Brussels sprouts, sliced apples, bacon, cheddar, pecans, and cranberries.
  • 3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  • 4. Pour dressing over the salad and toss well to combine. Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes.

Notes

This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 2 days. For a vegetarian version, omit bacon and add more cheddar or roasted chickpeas.
Keyword Fall Salad Brussel Sprouts Kale, Healthy Fall, Healthy Fall Salads, Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes, Kale Apple Salad, Thanksgiving Food Sides, Thanksgiving Recipes Side Dishes