Sweet broccoli salad that’s dairy-free and egg-free

3-4 stalks of broccoli cut into bite size pieces
1 medium red/purple onion
3oz of tart cherries (raisins, cranberries, dates)
Sunflower seeds or any nut of your choice
Dressing
1 cup of cashews soaked for 15-30min in boiling water or 4 hours in room temp water, drained
1/2 cup water
2 Tbsp lemon juice, fresh
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup bourbon barrel maple syrup
Marinate for 3-4 hours