Looking for a different salad with a great crunch? Try this salad.  Keep in mind that it is not necessary to buy authentic Grape Nut Flakes — generic brand works just as well and is probably a saving of about $2.00.  In some cases families might not want to know what those crunch things are — they will love the salad until the secret is divulged!

2 bags lettuce

1 avocado

1/2 red onion, sliced

1/2 container cashews, unsalted

1 cup grape-nuts cereal

1 can mandarin oranges (drained)

Dressing:

1/2 cup olive oil

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

1/2 cup sugar

1 tsp salt

1 Tbsp dry mustard

2 Tbsp water

ENJOY!

By Nina Glick