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Brussels sprout salad with bacon, citrus dressing, almonds, and Pecorino cheese in a bowl

Brussels Sprout Salad with Bacon and Citrus Dressing

Brussels Sprout Salad with Bacon and Citrus Dressing is a fresh, crunchy salad with shaved sprouts, savory toppings, and a bright citrus flavor. It is a flavorful choice for gatherings or meals that need a crisp, satisfying dish.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 235

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 orange
  • 1 large shallot, minced
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • salt and pepper, as needed
Salad
  • 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled or chopped
  • 4 dozen brussel sprouts
  • 1 cup almonds
  • 1 cup grated Pecorino-Romano cheese

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the bacon and crumble or chop it into pieces.
  2. Squeeze the lemon and orange juice into a large bowl with the minced shallot. Slowly add the olive oil while whisking continuously to create a creamy emulsion. Season with salt and pepper, then refrigerate the dressing until ready to use.
  3. Use a mandoline to shave the brussel sprouts, excluding the stems, into thin slices with a shredded texture. Rinse and dry the sliced sprouts again if needed to ensure they are clean.
  4. Pulse the almonds in a food processor until coarsely chopped.
Assembly
  1. Combine the shredded brussel sprouts with three-quarters of the chopped almonds, cheese, and bacon, then toss to distribute the ingredients.
  2. When ready to serve, add the dressing and toss the salad. Sprinkle the remaining almonds, cheese, and bacon over the top. Add a few more tablespoons of olive oil if needed and toss again.

Notes

The serving amount varies depending on how the salad is served. An entree-sized portion makes about 8-10 servings, while a side portion may make closer to 14 servings. When served to eleven people, there was still some salad left over. Keep in the fridge for 1-2 days.