• In a non stick frying pan on medium-high heat, cook the bacon strips according to the instructions on the package. Once cooked, remove from the pan onto a plate lined with paper towel to soak up up any extra grease, and reserve.
• Prepare your cauliflower and broccoli by cutting them down into bite-sized florets. At the same time, chop up your red onion. When prepared, place these three ingredients in a large bowl.
• Gather your dried cranberries and roasted pumpkin seeds. Place them in the large bowl, on top of your vegetables.
• Chop up your bacon to make bacon bits and grate your cheese if needed. Place both ingredients in the large bowl with the rest of the ingredients.

Salad Dressing

• To make the dressing, simply whisk together all of the its ingredients in a small bowl, until smooth.
• An hour before serving, toss the dressing into the salad until everything is well coated. This can also be done, up to a day before serving.