Easy Raw Brussels Sprouts & Radicchio Salad

The move from Winter to Spring is a great opportunity to enjoy fresh, raw greens! Why not a crunchy, savory/sweet & healthy salad. Dressed with a velvety smooth, flavorful dressing even non-salad eaters will enjoy! Make ahead for a meal-prep lunch or light dinner. 4 ample servings.

Simple Ingredients:

· ½ cup Villa Graziella Organic extra virgin olive oil + extra to taste

· 2 tablespoons Villa Graziella Organic Condimento Bianco-White Balsamic Condiment di Modena + extra to taste.

· 2 teaspoons Villa Graziella Organic Tuscan herb seasoning for vegetables + extra to taste.

· 1 pound Brussels sprouts washed, dried, trimmed & thinly sliced, about 5 cups.

· 1 head of radicchio lettuce, washed, dried & thinly sliced, about 2 cups.

· 1 cup toasted nuts; slivered almonds, chopped pecans, pistachios, or walnuts.

· ½ cup asiago, parmesan or provolone cheese shaved

· ½ cup dried cranberries, or cherries roughly chopped

· 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

· 1 tablespoon honey

· 1 teaspoon sea salt

· 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper

Easy Directions:

1. In a medium bowl, combine the Tuscan herb seasoning blend and honey.

2. Add the balsamic condiment, mustard, ½ teaspoon of salt stir to combine.

3. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisk the mixture, set aside at room temperature for 15-30 minutes.

4. In bowl, toss the sprouts, radicchio, nuts & cranberries. If making in advance; transfer to a covered storage container. Place the dressing in a separate covered storage container.

5. If serving immediately, whisk the dressing again and add to the salad mixture to evenly coat, followed by the remaining ½ teaspoon salt and pepper.

6. Add ¼ cup of the shaved cheese to the salad, toss gently.

7. Season to taste with vinegar, olive oil, Tuscan seasoning, salt & pepper.

8. Transfer to serving bowls or a platter.

9. Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup of cheese.

10. Serve & enjoy!

Helpful Hints

· Forage the fridge for raw veggies; thinly slice asparagus, carrots, celery, or fennel add a tasty crunch.

· Include a protein like roasted chicken or salmon to your make ahead meal prep. for variety.

· Lightly toasting nuts brings out the natural oil for intense flavors and crunchier texture.

· Adding olive oil after combining vinegar, herb seasoning binds ingredients together for a smoother dressing.

· Cover & refrigerate up to 3 days.

· Add remaining dressing to grain & veggie bowl for dinner.

· Compost remaining veggie ends & stalks or add to your next homemade broth.

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