Shaved Brussels Sprout Candied Bacon Salad

A delicious fall salad featuring shaved Brussels sprouts, candied bacon, and walnuts, perfect for the holidays.

By @halfbakedharvest

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Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 slices bacon slices
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 cups shaved Brussels sprouts
• 0.5 cup walnuts
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the bacon slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cayenne pepper. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the bacon slices.
4. Bake the bacon in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the sugar is caramelized.
5. Remove the bacon from the oven and transfer it to a cutting board. Once cool enough to handle, chop the bacon into small pieces.
6. In a large bowl, combine the shaved Brussels sprouts, chopped bacon, and walnuts.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
8. Pour the dressing over the Brussels sprout mixture and toss well to combine.
9. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
10. Serve the salad immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.