Warm Brussels Sprout Apple Salad

Warm sautéed Brussels sprouts meet crisp apple, smoky bacon, toasted walnuts, goat cheese, and tangy cider vinaigrette in 30 minutes.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 15 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Stovetop

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon
• 1.5 pounds brussels sprouts
• 1 medium apple
• 0.5 cup walnuts
• 4 ounces goat cheese
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Cooking instructions

1. Whisk the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, kosher salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Set aside. (about 2 min)
2. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving 2 tablespoons of fat in the skillet. (about 8 min) — Medium heat
3. Add the Brussels sprouts cut-side down to the skillet. Sauté until browned and tender-crisp, stirring occasionally, 6 to 8 minutes. (about 8 min) — Medium heat
4. Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the sliced apple, walnuts, crumbled bacon, goat cheese, and vinaigrette. Toss gently until warmed and evenly coated, then serve immediately. (about 2 min) — Off heat