Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 Tbs. Florida Crystals Organic Powdered Sugar
  • 1 lb. Brussels sprouts, ends trimmed
  • 1 qt. strawberries, hulled and sliced (3 cups)
  • 6 oz. crumbled goat cheese
  • 2 Tbs. aged balsamic vinegar
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped (23 Tbs.)
  • 1 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced ( 1/2 tsp.)
  • 6 Tbs. Eden Selected Spanish Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Coat baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Toss walnuts with powdered sugar in small bowl.
  • Spread on prepared baking sheet, and bake 8 to 12 minutes, or until nuts are caramelized.
  • Set aside to cool.
  • Thinly slice whole Brussels sprouts with mandoline or knife, or slice in half lengthwise, then set cut side down on cutting board, and thinly slice crosswise into ribbons.
  • Transfer to salad bowl, and add strawberries and goat cheese.
  • Set aside.
  • Whisk together vinegar, shallot, mustard, and garlic in small bowl.
  • Slowly whisk in oil until combined; season with
  • salt and pepper, if desired.
  • Toss Brussels sprouts with 1/2 cup dressing, stir in walnuts, and serve.