Brussel Sprout, Fennel & Green Apple Salad

 Ingredients:

• I recommend a food processor for slicing brussels & fennel if available

• 2 Cups Shredded Brussel Sprouts (sliced very thin)

• 1 Fennel Bulb, sliced thinly +2 Tbsp. Reserved Fennel Fronds

• 1 Apple, sliced into matchsticks (I like a tart apple, so honeyrcrisp or a granny smith would be perfect) ----slice at the last minute to avoid browning or discoloration

• 1/2 Cup Toasted Walnuts or fave nuts

• 1/4 Cup Feta cheese or fave cheese

For the Vinaigrette:

•     in a mason jar add all the following ingredients and then give a good shake

• 3 Tbsp. Whole Grain Mustard

• 1/4 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar

• 2 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil

• 1 Tsp. Maple Syrup

• 1 Tsp. Kosher or Sea Salt

• 1/2 Tsp. Black Pepper

This is a crisp, flavorful salad! I love serving it with rich short ribs or beef stew.

• Options: add grilled chicken or steak for a main course

inspired by "My Diary of Us" & Char