Coconut Pecan Brussie Salad (Pear Balsamic)

Another all-star recipe from our friend Em at The Pig & Quill. Described as, "The crackiest salad, and for good reason. Buttery pecans. Chewy, sugar-flecked coconut. Crisp, salty fried onions, all lightly dressed with a sweet-tart balsamic vinaigrette? It’s a beautiful thing."

Photo Credit: thepigandquill.com

Photo Credit: thepigandquill.com

What you will need for the dressing:

  • 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon of pear balsamic vinegar

  • 2 teaspoons of soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon of black sesame seeds, plus more for sprinkling

  • Salt and pepper to taste

What you will need for the salad:

  • 14 oz. brussel sprouts, shredded

  • 1 carrot, shredded

  • 1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut

  • 1/3 cup dry roasted pecans, chopped

  • 1/2 cup (or more!) canned fried onions

According to Em, "Whisk together dressing ingredients. In a large bowl, toss together brussies, carrot, coconut, and pecans. Combine with dressing. Top with fried onions and extra sesame seeds just before serving. Crack out."

Yum!