Cranberry Pecan Brussels Sprout Salad

/ 5 heaping cups Brussels sprouts

/ ¾ slightly heaping cup pecan nuts (, walnuts make a good sub. )

/ 1 cup dried cranberries

pomegranate (, optional )

large orange (, zest and juice )

shallot (, or a small chunk of sweet onion)

maple syrup

apple cider vinegar (, or white wine vinegar )

pecan nuts (, walnuts make a good sub. For a nut-free option see recipe notes. )

ground cinnamon

salt (, to taste )

black pepper (, to taste )