FRESH BROCCOLI & CAULIFLOWER SALAD

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This is an absolutely delicious raw vegetable salad. The dressing compliments the broccoli & cauliflower without being overbearing. The garnish adds just the right combination of flavors to make this a 'go-to-recipe' for any BBQ, picnic or potluck dinner you need something out-of-the-ordinary for! Note: If you aren't a...

Provided by Karen Richardson

Categories     Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large bunch fresh broccoli, chopped (use the stems, too)
1 large head of fresh cauliflower, broken in flowerettes
1 medium purple onion, finely chopped
1 c chopped pecans (can use walnuts if you prefer them over pecans)
3 c mayonaisse (may use 'light' mayo)
3/4 c sugar
6 Tbsp balsamic vinegar (no substitutions)
1 pkg real bacon bits

Steps:

  • 1. Chop broccoli & cauliflower away from stalks, using broccoli stems; rinse & set aside.
  • 2. Mix mayonnaise, sugar, chopped onion & vinegar together.
  • 3. Toss chopped broccoli, chopped broccoli stems & cauliflower into mixture; stir until coated well.
  • 4. Chill several hours (chilling overnight tastes best)
  • 5. Before serving, stir in the raisins & chopped nuts & garnish with bacon pieces.

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