VEGGIE CRAB SALAD

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I was basically craving that broccoli salad you often see at get togethers...all I had was cauliflower at the time, so created my own version, then revised into this version the next time. So good with the crab in it, or some leftover cut up chicken. Makes for a meal that way. But very good alone too, as a side dish. In this...

Provided by Wendy Rusch

Categories     Other Salads

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 small head of cauliflower, cut into pieces
1 bunch broccoli, cut into pieces
I large cucumber, sliced
2 bell pepper, cut into pieces, any color
1 medium red onion or sweet, halved and sliced
1 c grape tomatoes, halved
8 oz swiss cheese, cubed or shredded
1/2 - 3/4 c craisins, (dried cranberries)
1 c roasted salted almonds, coarsely chopped
3 - 4 c crab, imitation...if desired
DRESSING
1 1/2 c mayonnaise or greek yogurt
1/3 c balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
1/4 c sugar or honey
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 - 1 tsp course black peper

Steps:

  • 1. Place all salad ingredients into large bowl and toss a bit.
  • 2. In a medium bowl whisk together dressing ingredients until smooth. Poor over veggie mixture. Toss to coat and serve.
  • 3. Crisp bacon crumbled over this salad is always appreciated!!! I usually do 12 - 16 oz.

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