Broccoli Cashew Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 head broccoli, florets separated
1/2 red onion, sliced thinly
1 granny smith apple, diced
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (could use any cheese you like -- blue, feta, swiss)
1/2 cup cashews
5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
6 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon sugar (can use less or up to 2 T)
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine broccoli, onion, apples and cheese.
In a small bowl, wisk together vinegar, oil, mustard, sugar and salt and pepper to taste.
Toss dressing with broccoli mixture. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Toss with cashews and crumbled bacon upon serving.