Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Dressing
Description
This creative raw Brussels sprouts with bacon dressing salad has a great contrast between the raw, crunchy vegetable and the rich, smoky bacon dressing.
Ingredients
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1 1/4 pounds Brussels sprouts
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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4 ounces bacon, sliced
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1/3 cup cider vinegar
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1 lemon, juiced
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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1 pinch cayenne pepper
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
Directions
1
Slice each Brussels sprout in half and cut each half into strips; discard cores. Transfer to a large bowl.
2
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add bacon; cook and stir until browned and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in vinegar, lemon juice, and brown sugar; season with cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Increase heat to high; boil 1 minute.
3
Pour hot bacon mixture over Brussels sprouts; toss until completely coated. Season with salt and black pepper.