Shredded Kale And Brussels Sprouts Salad With Black Currant Balsamic Dressing - E.D.SMITH®

Shredded Kale And Brussels Sprouts Salad With Black Currant Balsamic Dressing

Black current jam does it again with this succulent salad made with kale, brussels sprouts, almonds, apple and cranberries.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Difficulty Level Intermediate
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

Black Currant Balsamic Dressing:

  • 1/3 cup (75 mL) E.D.SMITH® Black Currant Jam
  • 1/3 cup (75 mL) balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) minced red onion
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) each salt and freshly ground pepper

Salad:

  • 6 cups (1.5 L) stemmed shredded kale
  • 4 cups (1 L) thinly sliced Brussels sprouts (about 12 oz/350 g)
  • 1 red apple such as Cortland or Empire, cut into matchsticks
  • 1/3 cup (75 mL) shaved Parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup (75 mL) toasted chopped almonds
  • 1/3 cup (75 mL) dried cranberries

Directions
 

  • Black Currant Balsamic Dressing: Whisk jam, vinegar, mayonnaise, lemon juice, red onion, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper until combined.
  • In large bowl, combine kale, Brussels sprouts and apple. Toss with 3/4 cup (175 mL) of the dressing. Transfer to serving dish; top with cheese, almonds and cranberries. Drizzle with extra dressing if desired.

Tips

  1. Use any of your favourite berry E.D.SMITH® jams in the dressing.
  2. Add cooked and shredded chicken to the salad for a main dinner salad.
Type Soups & Salads
Season/Occasion Holiday, Christmas & New Years - Spring & Easter - Summer Fun - Thanksgiving, Autumn & Halloween