Trim the stems off the Brussels sprouts, then cut them in half and thinly slice. Alternatively, you can use the shave feature on a food processor for quicker prep
Place the shaved Brussels sprouts in a mesh strainer and rinse thoroughly under cold water
In a skillet, cook the bacon until it's crispy, then remove it from the pan and set it aside. Once cooled, dice it into small pieces
In the same skillet, add unsalted butter and olive oil over medium heat. Stir in panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, garlic and herb seasoning, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss everything together, stirring frequently
Allow the breadcrumbs to toast until they turn a golden brown color. This should take about 7-10 minutes. Once toasted, remove from the heat and let cool before serving
To assemble the salad- add the shaved Brussels sprouts to a large bowl. Drizzle with your favorite Caesar dressing, then season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Toss until the Brussels sprouts are evenly coated
Add the crispy bacon, toasted breadcrumbs, a handful of crispy onions (if desired), and extra Parmesan cheese to the bowl. Toss until everything is well-coated and evenly distributed throughout the salad
Top with more toasted breadcrumbs if desired and enjoy!
