Broccoli Cauliflower Cranberry Salad, Kale & Red Cabbage Salad with Apples & Dried Cherries

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We've been having variations of this salad lately. 

I've added cauliflower for some of the broccoli. 

I chop both of them. 

I've usually used a pre-made dressing like Ranch. 

Give it a try, and make your own changes.

Broccoli Cauliflower Cranberry Salad

salad:
5 c. broccoli florets, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 c. chopped red onion
1 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 c. cooked and crumbled bacon pieces
1 c. sunflower kernels
3/4 c. dried cranberries

dressing:
1 c. salad dressing or mayonnaise
1/4 c. sugar
2 T. red wine vinegar
1/2 t. salt
1/4 t. pepper

Combine all salad ingredients in a large mixing bowl; mix well. Combine dressing ingredients in a small mixing bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined using a fork or wire whisk. Add dressing to salad and mix well. Refrigerate 1 hour.

Makes 8 to 10 servings.

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I've not tried this salad yet, but looking forward to it.

Kale and Red Cabbage Salad with Apples and Dried Cherries

1 bunch kale, tough stems and center ribs removed

1 avocado, peeled and chopped
2 T. lemon juice
1 T. white balsamic vinegar
1 c. thinly sliced red cabbage
1 large apple, cored and chopped
2 T. chopped unsweetened, unsulfured dried cherries, blueberries or currants (see note)
1/2 medium red onion, minced
2 T. chives, chopped

Roll up each kale leaf and slice thinly. Add to bowl along with avocado, lemon juice and vinegar. Using your hands, massage the avocado, lemon juice and vinegar into the kale leaves until the kale starts to soften and wilt and each leaf is coated, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Mix in red cabbage, apple, dried cherries, onion and chives. Serves 4.

Note: If your have problems finding unsweetened, unsulfured cherries or blueberries, they can be ordered on-line from a number of sources.