Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad

Searching for that next new recipe for Christmas dinner?  Look no further.  There seems to always be hearty, heavy dishes on the table but how about something light that speaks to the Season.  Check out my recipe for a Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad below. People will love it even if they don't like Brussel Sprouts! 

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This turns into.....

This!!!  Brussel Sprout Salad

Brussel Sprout, Apple, Pomegranate Salad
Serves 4

16-18 Brussel Sprouts, medium sized (shaved either by hand or on a mandoline)
1 Apple (Gala or Fuji, thinly sliced)
1 cup Pomegranate Seeds
1/2 cup Almonds (toasted and crushed)
3/4 cup Lemon Vinaigrette
Salt and Pepper as needed

1.  Mix brussel sprouts, apples, and lemon vinaigrette.
2.  Salt and pepper as needed.
3.  Top and sprinkle with almonds and pomegranate seeds.

Vinaigrette
1 /4 cup Lemon juice
1 T Honey or Agave
1/2 cup Olive Oil
1/2 T of Garlic (minced)
1/2 T of shallots (small dice)
Salt and Pepper

1.  Mix lemon juice, garlic, shallots, and honey together until evenly incorporated.
2.  Slowly mix in olive oil.
3.  Salt and pepper as needed.