Spicy Tuesday – Festive Brussels Sprouts Salad – Parsley

We love the traditional foods of the holidays…like Brussels Sprouts! But sometimes we just want to “shake it up”. This recipe takes one of our favorite veggies and uses it in a creative and beautiful salad. This crisp and crunchy full-of-flavor salad can convince even the sprouts haters to convert!

Parsley adds a bright green flavor to this salad, enhancing its fresh, lively taste. It also  is a strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. When consumed regularly, it can combat the onset of many disorders. The vitamin C and vitamin A found in it serve to strengthen the body’s immune system.  It is also an excellent source of vitamins A, B, C, E and K. So instead of just salt and pepper, sprinkle 2 tablespoons of Parsley on your meal for a tasty healthy change.

Festive Brussels Sprouts Salad

• 4 Cups Shredded Brussels Sprouts
• 2 Cups Shredded Carrots
• ½ Cup Thinly Sliced Green Onions
• ½ Cup Thinly Sliced Fennel or Celery
• ½ Cup Pomegranate Seeds
• ½ Cup Golden Raisins
• ½ Cup Chopped Toasted Pecans
• 2 TB Minced Parsley

Place all the ingredients in a bowl and toss with the Honey Dressing.

Honey Dressing

• 1⁄2 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 4 – 6 TB Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1 TB Dijon Mustard
• 2 TB Honey
• Sea Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper to Taste

Shake the ingredients together in a jar.