# Brussel sprouts, walnut, Gorgonzola, fig

Warm salads, like this Brussel sprouts, walnut, Gorgonzola and fig, can help you get through this long-lasting winter. This recipe is flexible. If you don’t have walnuts, try pecans or almonds. You can also leave out the figs or Gorgonzola if you prefer.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, shredded
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 1 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup chopped dried figs
  • Balsamic vinaigrette

Recipe

  1. Turn your broiler on high.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the Brussel sprouts with the olive oil. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet and broil 10 to 15 minutes until browned.
  3. Toast walnuts in a large skillet over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes, being careful not to burn the walnuts.
  4. In large bowl, mix the Brussel sprouts, walnuts, Gorgonzola cheese and figs. Lightly dress the salad with the balsamic vinaigrette. You don’t want to overdress this salad.