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Shaved Brussels and Pear Salad with Manchego

A refreshing salad featuring thinly shaved Brussels sprouts, sweet pears, and nutty Manchego cheese, dressed in a light vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 8 ounces Brussels sprouts trimmed and shaved
  • 2 medium ripe pears thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces Manchego cheese shaved or grated
  • 1/4 cup toasted walnuts chopped
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
Vinaigrette
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Method
 

Prepare the Salad
  1. Using a mandoline, shave the Brussels sprouts into thin ribbons and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the sliced pears, shaved Manchego cheese, toasted walnuts, and dried cranberries to the bowl.
Make the Vinaigrette
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Combine and Serve
  1. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  2. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Manchego if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gFiber: 4gSugar: 8g

Notes

This salad is best served fresh but can be prepared in advance. Just keep the vinaigrette separate until ready to serve.

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