Brussels Sprout and Pear Salad Recipe

Yield: 7 cups
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Ingredients

• 6 cups Brussels sprouts, shredded
• 2 pears, diced in 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 cup Citrus Mustard Dressing (recipe below)
• 2 Tablespoons shaved almonds for garnish, optional
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions for Adults

Assist children with knife safety.

Instructions for Kids

Use a plastic knife to finely shred the Brussels sprouts. Cut the pear into 1/2 inch cubes. Add all ingredients in a large bowl. Add Citrus Mustard Dressing and toss. Top with shaved almonds, if using, and enjoy!

Citrus Mustard Dressing Recipe

Yield: 1 cup

Ingredients

• Juice and zest from 1 orange (about 1/2 cup juice)
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 Tablespoon brown mustard

Instructions for Adults

Assist children with knife safety.

Instructions for Kids

With the help of an adult, use a microplane zester to zest the orange, then cut the orange in half. Squeeze the orange juice into a jar. Add zest, olive oil, and mustard. Close jar and shake vigorously to combine. Mix dressing into salad. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve and enjoy!

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