One of my favorite oils I recommend you keep in your pantry is that of walnut oil. The oil is extracted from shelled walnuts themselves and has a rich, nutty flavor that works well in vinaigrettes, but also in sweet baked goods and even as a flavor agent for proteins. One of my favorite ways to use it it to flavor a vinaigrette like this one; a touch of walnut oil paired with fresh orange juice and chopped walnuts makes for a delicious addition to a mixed greens salad, but also a plate of roasted veggies like these. A jar of walnut oil keep for a very long time in the pantry, and is available at most supermarkets these days—so start your tasting!
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Orange-Scented Brussels Sprouts with Walnut Vinaigrette
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. Brussels sprouts, ends trimmed, halved lengthwise
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- 2 shallots, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 navel orange, half sliced, the other half for juice
- 1 Tablespoon walnut oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh herbs (chives or thyme work well*)
- 2 Tablespoons chopped walnuts
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment, and spray with olive oil spray. Arrange the sliced shallots and halved Brussels sprouts on the baking sheet–season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a grinding of pepper. Roast in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the sprouts are slightly caramelized.
- To make the vinaigrette, whisk the oil and orange juice together in a small bowl along with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add in the walnuts. Serve the warm roasted veggies over slices of the orange, and with a drizzle of the walnut vinaigrette.
Tagged: brussels sprouts, orange, orange juice, orange-walnut vinaigrette, roasted brussels sprouts, shallots, side dish, vegetarian, walnut oil, walnut vinaigrette, walnuts
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