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Secret Garden Salad with Dressing

Salad Ingredients:

1 head of kale

10-15 fresh brussels sprouts

2 cups dried unsweetened cranberries

4 cups roasted pecan halves

Begin by rinsing your kale and brussels sprouts and allow them to dry. Chop your kale and brussels sprouts and set aside. Next grab a large skillet and lid (I prefer cast iron). Add a small amount of oil of your choice. I suggest a light oil such as grapeseed. Add pecans and toss.

Cover, and roast for 15 minutes over medium heat, giving the pecans a stir every 5 minutes. Combine kale, brussels sprouts, cranberries, and pecans in a large bowl and toss with dressing. See our delicious dressing recipe below.

Dressing Ingredients:

1/2 cup olive oil

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

4 tsp powdered mustard

1/4 cup pure maple syrup

Whisk dressing ingredients together in a large bowl. Transfer to a sealable bottle of your choice. Keep refrigerated.

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