Best 6 Warm Brussels Sprout Salad With Smoked Feta And Candied Pecans Recipes

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Welcome to the world of warm brussels sprout salad with smoked feta and candied pecans, a delightful dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. This unique salad combines the earthy flavors of roasted brussels sprouts, the creamy richness of smoked feta, and the sweet crunch of candied pecans, creating a symphony of textures and flavors that will elevate your dining experience. With a perfect balance between sweet, savory, and smoky notes, this salad is guaranteed to impress even the most discerning palate. So, let's embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets of crafting this irresistible warm brussels sprout salad, a dish that will surely become a staple in your recipe collection.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

WARM BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD WITH SMOKED FETA AND CANDIED PECANS



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This recipe came to The Times by way of Amy Lawrence, and her husband, Justin Fox Burks, who developed it for their blog, the Chubby Vegetarian. The trick to this salad is to blanch the brussels sprouts in salty water to remove the bitterness. The candied pecans combined with smoky feta creates a heavenly dish. "Even the little kids eat it,'' said Ms. Lawrence.

Provided by Tara Parker-Pope

Categories     salads and dressings, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound brussels sprouts (15 to 20 larger ones work best here)
1/4 cup vegan cane sugar
1 1/2 cups whole roasted and salted pecans
4 ounces smoked feta
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons golden balsamic vinegar
Sea salt flakes and cracked black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Start by tearing apart the brussels sprouts. Cut off about 1/3 of the stem end and pull the leaves apart; this takes some time, but it's worth it. Start by pressing outward with your thumbs on the cut side. This will yield the largest leaves and make for a fluffier salad. When you get to the core, just split it in half and throw it in with the leaves.
  • Blanch the leaves in boiling, salted water (as salty as the sea) until they turn bright green. This will take 10 seconds. Run the leaves under cold water to stop the cooking. Dry the sprout leaves in a salad spinner or lay them out on a clean towel to dry.
  • Spread the sugar in a cold 10-inch frying pan and melt it over medium heat. Once the edges of the sugar start to melt, stir the sugar until all the lumps disappear. Remove from the heat. Toss the pecans in the melted sugar until coated. It will look a bit like spun sugar as you stir the pecans into the sugar, and the pecans will stick together as they cool. Transfer to a plate to cool completely. Once the pecans have cooled, break the mass apart using your hands. Roughly chop the pecans.
  • Cut the feta into a 1/4-inch dice. If you cannot find smoked feta in your area, just use feta cheese and add 1/4 teaspoon Liquid Smoke to the dressing.
  • Now you're ready to assemble the salad. Place 4 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of vinegar into a large frying pan over low heat. The heat should not be so high that the dressing sizzles. Once the dressing is warm, place the sprout leaves in the pan and toss with the dressing. Transfer to a large plate. Sprinkle with cheese and nuts. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 555, UnsaturatedFat 36 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 47 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 495 milligrams, Sugar 19 grams

WARM BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 ounces thinly sliced pancetta, chopped
1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly shaved
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring often, until rendered and crisp, about 6 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Increase the heat to medium high and add the Brussels sprouts, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper to the pan. Cook, stirring often, until bright green and slightly wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and drizzle in the vinegar; toss well to coat. Transfer to a bowl and top with the pancetta.

WARM BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD WITH HAZELNUTS AND CRANBERRIES



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Brussels sprouts, hazelnuts, and cranberries combine to make a salad that even kids will want to eat. The colors and flavors make a great fall or holiday side dish, but we have been enjoying it all summer as well.

Provided by Amy McEver

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and quartered
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup chopped hazelnuts
3 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
1 cup dried cranberries
¼ cup grated Pecorino-Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until coated. Transfer coated sprouts to a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sprouts are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Cook and stir hazelnuts in a skillet over medium-low heat until lightly toasted and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Transfer hazelnuts to a bowl.
  • Cook and stir bacon in the same skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Add maple syrup and rosemary; cook, stirring often, until the bacon drippings and maple syrup begin to thicken and stick to the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine cooked Brussels sprouts and bacon mixture together in a large bowl; toss until sprouts are coated with maple syrup sauce. Sprinkle in hazelnuts, cranberries, and Pecorino-Romano cheese; toss well. This dish is best served warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.2 calories, Carbohydrate 31.1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 123.7 mg, Sugar 19.5 g

WARM BRUSSELS SPROUTS SALAD



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Make and share this Warm Brussels Sprouts Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Food.com

Categories     Thanksgiving

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoonlemons, juice , fresh
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
20 -24 fresh sage leaves
neutral oil, for frying
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
4 cups shaved Brussels sprouts
1 apple, diced
5 ounces kale, roughly chopped
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
1/3 cup chopped pecans
parmesan cheese, for garnish

Steps:

  • Salad dressing:.
  • Mix lemon, honey, white wine vinegar, mustard and shallots in a small bowl. Slowly drizzle and whisk in olive oil until well blended. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Crispy Sage Leaves:.
  • Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Fry 6 to 8 sage leaves at a time until crisp, about 15 seconds. Transfer with a fork to paper towels. Set aside.
  • Salad:.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil to a 12-inch skillet and sauté Brussels sprouts and apples until sprouts are just starting to wilt; about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to mixing bowl. Heat remaining tablespoon of olive oil and sauté kale just until it turns bright green, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and toss with 1/4 cup of salad dressing. Transfer to serving platter. Scatter pomegranate seeds, pecans, shaved Parmesan over salad. Top with crispy sage leaves. Serve warm with remaining dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.6, Fat 27.4, SaturatedFat 3.6, Sodium 32, Carbohydrate 14, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 6.2, Protein 3

WARM BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD



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This simple side of sauteed shredded brussels sprouts goes well with pork chops, sea scallops, or roasted chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 pound brussels sprouts, trimmed and shredded
Coarse salt and ground pepper
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup grated pecorino cheese (1/2 ounce)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Add brussels sprouts. Season with salt and pepper and cook, tossing often, until bright green and slightly wilted, about 3 minutes. Add lemon juice and transfer to a large bowl. Add cheese and 1 tablespoon oil; toss well to combine and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g

WARM BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD



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Provided by Clark Frasier

Categories     Salad     Vegetable     Side     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Brussels Sprout     Christmas Eve     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
12 large brussels sprouts, leaves separated, core discarded (about 12 cups)

Steps:

  • Cook butter in large skillet over medium heat until just beginning to brown. Add brussels sprout leaves. Toss until just beginning to wilt but still green, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Tips:

  • To save time, buy pre-shredded Brussels sprouts or use a food processor to shred them quickly.
  • If you don't have smoked feta, you can use regular feta and add a dash of smoked paprika to the dressing.
  • Candied pecans can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
  • For a vegetarian version of this salad, omit the bacon.
  • To make this salad a main course, add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.

Conclusion:

Warm Brussels sprout salad with smoked feta and candied pecans is a delicious and healthy side dish or main course. It's perfect for a fall or winter meal, and it's sure to impress your guests. The Brussels sprouts are roasted until tender and slightly charred, and they're tossed with a tangy dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. The smoked feta adds a salty, smoky flavor, and the candied pecans add a touch of sweetness and crunch. This salad is sure to become a new favorite!

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