Step 1

Combine chopped peppers, onion, broccoli, cauliflower, cucumber and apples in a large colander or similar dish.

Step 2

Rinse and 'shake up' the mix well for an even distribution of colors and then transfer the mixture to a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Cover the bowl and let the mixture chill until remaining ingredients are prepared or even overnight.

Step 4

For candied nuts, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and prepare the honey-based glaze as per the recipe. The nuts should 'candy' within 15 minutes.

Step 5

Add chopped avocado to the chilled vegetable and fruit mix.

Step 6

Toss in plain or cooled candied nuts along with cheese and bacon, if using.

Step 7

Top the blend with sprinkles of dried cranberries and chia seeds.