How to Make The Brutus Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

What’s in a name? In the case of The Brutus Salad, the name alone is enough to pique curiosity and garner attention. This hearty and satisfying salad has earned its title through a combination of bold flavors, robust textures, and a nod to its ancient origins.

Named after the Roman general known for his strength and power, The Brutus Salad is a fitting homage to a figure who embodied all the qualities of a formidable leader. True to its namesake, this salad is a force to be reckoned w...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup real French Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup seasoned rice vinegar
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • ¾ cup pecan halves
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 pinch kosher salt, or to taste
  • 4 hearts of romaine, cut or torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 apple, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
  • 2 ounces extra sharp aged Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Make the dressing: Whisk mustard, vinegar, oil, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, and cayenne together in a bowl until thoroughly blended, about 1 minute. Transfer to an easy-to-pour container.
  • Toast the pecans: Place pecans into a skillet over medium heat and drizzle with oil. Cook and stir until pecans smell toasty and have darkened slightly, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar and salt. Cook and stir for 1 minute, then remove from the heat. Transfer to a plate to cool.
  • Make the salad: Place romaine pieces into a large bowl. Add apple slices, dill, tarragon, and a handful of pecans, reserving some for garnish. Grate Cheddar lightly onto salad, reserving some for garnish. Drizzle in some dressing and toss. Taste and add more salt or dressing if desired. You may not need all of the dressing.
  • Garnish with a few toasted pecans and some grated Cheddar cheese.
  • Nutrition

    404 cal.

    • Total Fat: 35g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 15mg
    • Sodium: 831mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 155mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 376mg