December 04, 2024
Brussels Sprout Salad with Candied Walnuts & Mustard Dressing
Sweet, savory, and packed with nutrients—this is no ordinary salad!
Ready for a holiday salad that steals the show and supports your hormones? Look no further. This Candied Walnut Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad is the perfect combination of crunch, tang, and hormone-nourishing goodness.
But here's the real game-changer: seed cycling. It's a simple, natural way to give your hormones the support they need by eating specific, nutrient-dense seeds at targeted times throughout the month.
We made the process easy with our ready-made blends. Just one scoop a day is all it takes to elevate any dish and make a real impact on your health.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
Candied walnuts:
- 1 cup raw walnut halves
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup
- Pinch of sea salt
Salad:
- 4 cups shaved Brussels sprouts (store-bought or thinly sliced by hand)
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 scoop beeya seed cycling blend (optional)
Mustard dressing:
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare walnuts: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, toss the walnuts with melted butter, maple syrup, and a pinch of sea salt until well-coated.
- Bake the walnuts: Spread the walnuts in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and fragrant. Remove and let cool completely (they’ll harden as they cool).
- Make the dressing: In a small jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth and emulsified. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the shaved Brussels sprouts, dried cranberries (if using), and Parmesan cheese (if using). Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
- Add the candied walnuts: Once the walnuts are completely cooled, sprinkle them over the salad. Top with beeya (optional).
- Serve and enjoy: Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy as a light meal. This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to one day.