Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad

A fresh and nutritious salad combining thinly sliced Tuscan kale and shredded brussels sprouts, tossed in a zesty lemon-Dijon dressing and topped with toasted almonds and Pecorino cheese.

6 servings
20 min

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon minced shallot
  • 1 clove garlic
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 2 bunches Tuscan kale
  • 12 ounces brussels sprouts
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • cup almonds
  • 1 cup Pecorino

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Combine lemon juice, Dijon mustard, shallot, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of pepper in a small bowl. Stir to blend; set aside to let flavors meld. Mix thinly sliced kale and shredded brussels sprouts in a large bowl.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Measure 1/2 cup oil into a cup. Spoon 1 tablespoon oil from cup into a small skillet; heat oil over medium-high heat. Add almonds to skillet and stir frequently until golden brown in spots, about 2 minutes. Transfer nuts to a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle almonds lightly with salt.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Slowly whisk remaining olive oil in cup into lemon-juice mixture. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Dressing, kale mixture, and toasted almonds can be prepared 8 hours ahead. Cover dressing and kale mixture separately and chill. Cover almonds and let stand at room temperature.

    5 min

  4. 4.

    Add dressing and cheese to kale mixture; toss to coat. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Garnish with almonds.

    5 min