How to Make Warm Brussels Sprout Salad with Hazelnuts and Cranberries - A Step-by-Step Guide

Brussels sprouts are a quintessential fall and winter vegetable that often gets a bad rap. However, when prepared properly, they can be transformed into a flavorful and satisfying dish that everyone will love. This Warm Brussels Sprout Salad with Hazelnuts and Cranberries is a delicious way to showcase the rich, nutty flavor of Brussels sprouts while adding a touch of sweetness and crunch.

This salad is a perfect side dish for any holiday meal or a cozy weeknight dinner at home. It's ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and quartered
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chopped hazelnuts
  • 3 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup grated Pecorino-Romano cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until coated. Transfer coated sprouts to a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sprouts are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Cook and stir hazelnuts in a skillet over medium-low heat until lightly toasted and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Transfer hazelnuts to a bowl.
  • Cook and stir bacon in the same skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Add maple syrup and rosemary; cook, stirring often, until the bacon drippings and maple syrup begin to thicken and stick to the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine cooked Brussels sprouts and bacon mixture together in a large bowl; toss until sprouts are coated with maple syrup sauce. Sprinkle in hazelnuts, cranberries, and Pecorino-Romano cheese; toss well. This dish is best served warm.
  • Nutrition

    295 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 124mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 66mg
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 468mg