Vibrant greens lightly dusted with ruby-red pomegranate seeds and speckled with chunks of caramelized Brussels sprouts and crispy pancetta, all dressed in a light mustard vinaigrette. The plate is a kaleidoscope of colors and textures, perfectly ready for that Instagram snapshot.

Caramelized Brussels Sprouts Salad with Pancetta & Pomegranate

Name: Caramelized Brussels Sprouts Salad with Pancetta & Pomegranate
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Brussels sprouts, 10-12 halved; olive oil, 2 tablespoons; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; pancetta, 100g diced; winter mesclun greens, 2 handfuls; seeds from a pomegranate, from 1/2 a pomegranate; extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons; apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon; honey, 1 teaspoon; Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon

Category Brunch

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style American

Technique Baking

Diet Friendly Low-Carb

Daily Recipe: January 11, 2026

This indulgent winter salad is a shout-out to American cuisine fusing the freshness of seasonal greens with the indulgence of pancetta and pomegranate. The star, though, is the caramelized Brussels sprouts, which not only lend an amazing depth of flavor, but also a surprising, delightful crunch.

Ingredients (for 2)

Brussels sprouts - 10-12 - halved
Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Salt - to taste
Pepper - to taste
Pancetta - 100g - diced
Winter mesclun greens - 2 handfuls
Seeds from a pomegranate - from 1/2 a pomegranate
Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Apple cider vinegar - 1 tablespoon
Honey - 1 teaspoon
Dijon mustard - 1 teaspoon

Preparation

Step 1 - 🌡️🔥🥘

Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a baking tray.
Step 2 - 🥬🧂🥘

Toss Brussels sprouts in olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Arrange them on the tray and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and caramelized.
Step 3 - 🥓🔥🍳

Cook pancetta in a skillet over medium heat until crispy.
Step 4 - 🍯🥣🪴

Mix together extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard in a small jar or bowl.
Step 5 - 🥗🍲🥄

In a large bowl, combine the cooked sprouts, crispy pancetta, mesclun greens and pomegranate seeds.
Step 6 - 🥗🥣🍽️

Pour the dressing over your salad, toss until everything's coated, and served immediately.

Additional

Did you know that Brussels sprouts are incredibly high in vitamin K and C? You could replace pancetta with bacon or prosciutto for a taste variation, or leave it out completely for a vegetarian option. Let your kids help with pomegranate de-seeding, they'll love the tiny bursting jewels!