The Recipe of the Week
ROASTED BRUSSEL SPROUTS AND APPLE SALAD
INGREDIENTS
2 cups brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 apple, cored, thinly sliced
2 ounces feta, crumbled
2 tablespoons torn fresh mint leaves
1 tablespoon capers, drained
1 tablespoon (or more) fresh lemon juice
PREPARATION
Preheat oven to 425°. Place brussels sprouts on a rimmed baking sheet; drizzle 1 Tbsp. oil over. Season with salt and pepper. Roast, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crispy, 15–20 minutes. Let cool.
Combine roasted brussels sprouts, remaining 1 Tbsp. oil, apple, feta, mint, capers, and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice, if desired. Drizzle with more oil before serving, if desired
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION One serving contains:
Calories (kcal) 280
Calories from Fat 170
Fat (g) 19
Saturated Fat (g) 5
Cholesterol (mg) 15
Sodium (mg) 940
Carbohydrates (g) 23
Dietary Fiber (g) 7
Total Sugars (g) 12
Protein (g) 9
Recipe from Bon Appétit, January 2012
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