Heat saucepan with lightly salted water
Strip florets from broccoli & cauliflower and blanch florets for 30 seconds in hot water until slightly soft
Rinse florets in cold water and chill
Shred carrots and stems of broccoli and cauliflower in Cuisinart or hand box grater
Mix together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar and sugar
Add chilled florets and shredded carrots to mixture
Add salt and pepper to taste
Sprinkle poppy seeds (optional)