Loaded Broccoli Salad vegeterian

Loaded Broccoli Salad
This is TNT and every place I take it they need the recipe.

2 large bunches fresh broccoli (2 1/2 to 3 lbs.)
2 c mayonnaise
1/2 c sugar
1/2 c red wine vinegar
1/2 teas salt
3/4 teas pepper
2 (6oz) pkgs sweetened dried cranberries (I use craisins)
1 (6oz) package dried apricots, diced
1 (8ox) block extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 (2.25 oz) packages slivered almonds
1 small purple onion, diced

Cut flowerets from broccoli, chop and set aside. Cut broccoli stalks into 1 inch pieces and finely chop. Whisk together mayo and rest of ingredients in a large bowl. Add flowerets, chopped stalk, and remaining ingredients. tossing to coat. Serve immediately or chill up to 6 hours.

Do you have any suggestions for a broccoli salad that isn't quite as sweet? Could the sugar in this one just be halved?

Yes the sugar can be halved. You can leave it out if you would like. I am diabetic and tend to not use any at all. I will try to post a salad dressing for this salad some time this week. I have been sick and unable to post the past few weeks.