CHOPPED VEGGIE SALAD

By cindygwest

This salad is easily customizable. Add some shaved Brussels sprouts, or swap sunflower seeds for the peanuts. Try adding raisins or dried cranberries.

Ingredients

• 3 cups finely chopped fresh broccoli
• 3 cups finely chopped cauliflower
• 3 cups finely chopped celery
• 2 cups frozen peas (about 8 ounces), thawed
• 6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
• 1-1/3 cups mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup salted peanuts

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sugar, cheese, vinegar and salt until blended. Add to salad and toss to coat. Just before serving, stir in peanuts. Refrigerate leftovers.